Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ulbrichianus
ID:
169923

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.P.Sm.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Spec. Lupinorum: 171 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169252

Common Names

  • Ulbrich's Lupine
  • Giant Lupine
  • Mountain Lupine

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Description

Lupinus ulbrichianus (also called Ulbrich's lupine, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to California, USA. It has white flowers and grows in dry, open places, such as grasslands and chaparral.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus ulbrichianus is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used as a cover crop to improve soil fertility and to reduce erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus ulbrichianus has bright blue flowers that are about 2 cm in diameter and have five petals. The seed is a small, dark-brown, flattened bean-like structure. The seedlings are initially green and have two cotyledons that are oval-shaped and about 1 cm in length.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus ulbrichianus is a perennial plant native to the western United States. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in early spring. The seedlings should be thinned to 6-12 inches apart. The plants should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer and watered regularly.

Where to Find Lupinus ulbrichianus

Lupinus ulbrichianus is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky habitats at elevations of 1,000-2,500 meters.

Lupinus ulbrichianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus ulbrichianus?

Lupinus ulbrichianus

What is the common name of Lupinus ulbrichianus?

Subalpine lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus ulbrichianus?

Dry, rocky slopes and meadows in the western United States

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