Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subcarnosus
ID:
175439

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag.63: t. 3467 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174768

Common Names

  • Subcarnose Lupine
  • Subcarnosus Lupine
  • Subcarnose Lupines

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Synonyms

  • Lupinus perennis austrinus Shinners [valid]
  • Lupinus bimaculatus Hook. ex D.Don [illegitimate]

Description

Lupinus subcarnosus (also called Subcarnose 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 subcarnosus is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a food source for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lupinus subcarnosus 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus subcarnosus 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 subcarnosus

Lupinus subcarnosus can be found in the western United States, from California to Utah.

Lupinus subcarnosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus subcarnosus?

Lupinus subcarnosus

What is the common name of Lupinus subcarnosus?

Soft-fruited lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus subcarnosus?

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