Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
taurimortuus
ID:
1053368

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.P.Sm.

Source:
tro

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Spec. Lupinorum: 66 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001052706

Common Names

  • Lupinus taurimortuus
  • Taurimortuus Lupine
  • Taurimortuus Bluebonnet

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Description

Lupinus taurimortuus (also called Taurimortuus Lupine, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has yellow flowers and grows in dry, rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus taurimortuus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion. Its seeds are edible and can be used in salads, soups, and other dishes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lupinus taurimortuus is a white-blue color and grows in a raceme. The seed is a smooth, oval shape and is usually brown or black. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus taurimortuus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -20°F. It can be grown in containers, but should be planted in the ground for best results.

Where to Find Lupinus taurimortuus

Lupinus taurimortuus can be found in the Mexican states of Guerrero and Oaxaca.

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