Status:
valid
Authors:
Kellogg
Source:
ildis
Year:
1863
Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci.2: 192 (1863)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174766
Common Names
- Stivers Lupine
- Stiversii Lupine
- Stivers' Lupine
Description
Lupinus stiversii (also called Stivers' Lupine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to western North America. It is a perennial herb growing to a height of 0.3–1 m. It is found in dry, open, rocky areas, often on serpentine soils.
Uses & Benefits
Lupinus stiversii is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a food source for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lupinus stiversii is a blue-violet color with a yellow center. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed with a white center. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lupinus stiversii is a short-lived perennial that prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring. The seedlings should be spaced about 30 cm apart. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Lupinus stiversii
Lupinus stiversii is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, open areas, such as hillsides and roadsides.
Lupinus stiversii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lupinus stiversii?
Lupinus stiversii
What is the common name of Lupinus stiversii?
Stivers' lupine
What is the natural habitat of Lupinus stiversii?
Dry, rocky soils in open areas
Species in the Lupinus genus
Lupinus aberrans,
Lupinus adsurgens,
Lupinus agardhianus,
Lupinus alaristatus,
Lupinus albert-smithianus,
Lupinus albosericeus,
Lupinus aliattenuatus,
Lupinus alipatulus,
Lupinus alirevolutus,
Lupinus allargyreius,
Lupinus altimontanus,
Lupinus altiplani,
Lupinus amabayensis,
Lupinus amandus,
Lupinus ammophilus,
Lupinus amnis-otuni,
Lupinus amphibius,
Lupinus ananeanus,
Lupinus angustiflorus,
Lupinus antoninus,
Lupinus apertus,
Lupinus appositus,
Lupinus arbustus,
Lupinus archeranus,
Lupinus arcticus,
Lupinus arequipensis,
Lupinus argurocalyx,
Lupinus aridulus,
Lupinus asplundianus,
Lupinus atropurpureus,
Lupinus ballianus,
Lupinus bandelierae,
Lupinus bangii,
Lupinus barkeri,
Lupinus benthamii,
Lupinus bicolor,
Lupinus bingenensis,
Lupinus bolivianus,
Lupinus boyacensis,
Lupinus brachypremnon,
Lupinus breviscapus,
Lupinus bryoides,
Lupinus buchtienii,
Lupinus burkei,
Lupinus caespitosus,
Lupinus caldasensis,
Lupinus camiloanus,
Lupinus campestris,
Lupinus carazensis,
Lupinus carchiensis,
Species in the Fabaceae family