Status:
valid
Authors:
Maire
Source:
ildis
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Hist. Nat. Afrique N.3: 266 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213491
Common Names
- Tassil Lupine
- Lupinus tassilicus
- Lupinus tassilicus subsp. tassilicus
Synonyms
- Lupinus luthereaui Maire [valid]
- Lupinus pilosus luthereaui (Maire) Maire [valid]
- Lupinus pilosus luthereaui (Maire) Maire [valid]
- Lupinus pilosus tassilicus (Maire) Maire [unknown]
Description
Lupinus tassilicus (also called Tassili Lupine, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a deep taproot and grows to a height of up to 1.2 meters. Its leaves are palmately compound and its flowers are usually blue. It is found in dry, sandy soils, and is often found in coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Lupinus tassilicus is used as an ornamental plant and is grown in gardens for its attractive flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lupinus tassilicus is a blue-purple, pea-like bloom. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lupinus tassilicus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate by seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. The soil should be well-drained and slightly acidic. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Lupinus tassilicus
Lupinus tassilicus is native to Europe, and can be found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes. It is a short-lived perennial, and is often found in disturbed areas.
Lupinus tassilicus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lupinus tassilicus?
Lupinus tassilicus
Where can Lupinus tassilicus be found?
North Africa
What is the growth rate of Lupinus tassilicus?
Rapid
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