Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
truncatus
ID:
175448

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nutt. ex Hook. & Arn.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Bot. Beechey Voy.: 336 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174777

Common Names

  • Truncate Lupine
  • Truncatus Lupine
  • Truncate Bluebonnet

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Synonyms

  • Lupinus truncatus burlewi C.P.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Lupinus truncatus (also called Truncate Lupine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to western North America. It is a perennial herb growing to a height of 0.3–1 m. It is found in dry, open, rocky areas, often on serpentine soils.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus truncatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a forage crop for livestock. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin conditions, improve digestion, and reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus truncatus has bright blue flowers that are arranged in a spike. The seeds are small, brown, and oval. The seedlings are small and have compound leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus truncatus is a perennial plant native to western North America. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, which should be sown in the spring. The seed should be sown in a shallow trench and lightly covered with soil. The seedlings should be thinned to about 10 cm apart. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Lupinus truncatus

Lupinus truncatus can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Oregon, and Washington.

Lupinus truncatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus truncatus?

Lupinus truncatus

What is the common name of Lupinus truncatus?

Truncate lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus truncatus?

Dry, sandy soils in open areas

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

Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.