Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
summersianus
ID:
363761

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.P.Sm.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Spec. Lupinorum: 230 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000363093

Common Names

  • Lupinus Summersianus
  • Summers' Lupinus
  • Summers' Pea

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Description

Lupinus summersianus (also called Summersian Lupinus, Summersian Lupine, and Summersian Blue Lupine, among many other common names) is a perennial native to North America. It has small, blue flowers and grows in sunny, dry areas. It is often found in grasslands, woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus summersianus is used for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and anti-bacterial properties, and is used to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lupinus summersianus is a white color with a tubular shape. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a yellow-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus summersianus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division is best done in the spring or early summer. The rhizomes should be divided into sections with at least one eye per section. The sections should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Lupinus summersianus

Lupinus summersianus is native to North America and can be found in dry, sunny areas such as grasslands and savannas.

Lupinus summersianus FAQ

What is the ideal soil type for Lupinus summersianus?

Lupinus summersianus prefers well-drained, sandy, loamy soils.

How much sunlight does Lupinus summersianus need?

Lupinus summersianus prefers full sun to partial shade.

What is the ideal temperature for Lupinus summersianus?

Lupinus summersianus prefers temperatures between 50-85°F (10-29°C).

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