Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sulphureus
ID:
1514964

Status:
valid

Authors:
Douglas

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
W.J.Hooker, Fl. Bor.-Amer.1: 166 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000002763

Common Names

  • Lupinus sulphureus
  • Sulphur Lupine
  • Yellow Lupine

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Description

Lupinus sulphureus (also called Sulphur lupine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to the western United States, found in dry forests and scrublands. It has a tall, upright shape and grows up to 10 feet tall, with small, yellow flowers and flat, feathery leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus sulphureus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak. It is also used to make hedges and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus sulphureus has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with two oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus sulphureus is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Lupinus sulphureus

Lupinus sulphureus can be found in Europe, growing in open forests and woodlands.

Lupinus sulphureus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus sulphureus?

Lupinus sulphureus

What is the common name of Lupinus sulphureus?

Sulphur Lupine

What type of plant is Lupinus sulphureus?

It is a perennial flowering plant.

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

References