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Common Names
- Suksdorf's Lupine
- Suksdorf Lupine
- Lupinus suksdorfii
Description
Lupinus suksdorfii (also called Suksdorf's Lupine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to the Southwestern United States and is found in rocky and sandy soils. It grows to a height of up to 1 m and has blue-violet flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Lupinus suksdorfii is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a food source for livestock, and its seeds are edible for humans. The plant is also known for its medicinal properties, and has been used to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lupinus suksdorfii has bright blue, pea-like flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lupinus suksdorfii is a perennial plant that is native to the western United States. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in early spring. The seedlings should be thinned to 6-12 inches apart. The plants should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer and watered regularly.
Where to Find Lupinus suksdorfii
Lupinus suksdorfii can be found in the western United States, in California, Nevada, and Oregon.
Lupinus suksdorfii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lupinus suksdorfii?
Lupinus suksdorfii
What is the common name of Lupinus suksdorfii?
Subalpine lupine
What is the natural habitat of Lupinus suksdorfii?
Dry, rocky slopes and meadows in the western United States
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