Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
urubambensis
ID:
169925

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.P.Sm.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Spec. Lupinorum: 245 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169254

Common Names

  • Urubamba Lupine
  • Giant Lupine
  • Mountain Lupine

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Description

Lupinus urubambensis (also called Urubamba lupine, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Peru. It has white flowers and grows in dry, open places, such as grasslands and chaparral.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus urubambensis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used as a source of food for livestock and as a cover crop to improve soil fertility.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus urubambensis 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 urubambensis 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 urubambensis

Lupinus urubambensis is native to the Andes Mountains in Peru and Bolivia. It is found in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and cliffs.

Lupinus urubambensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus urubambensis?

Lupinus urubambensis

What is the common name of Lupinus urubambensis?

Subalpine lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus urubambensis?

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