Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tassilicus
ID:
214162

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

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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.

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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

References