Lupinus versicolor - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sweet
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1829
Citation Micro:
Brit. Fl. Gard.4: t. 12 (1829)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1200001587
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lupinus versicolor (also called Variegated lupine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to the western United States, found in dry forests and scrublands. It has a tall, upright shape and grows up to 10 feet tall, with small, yellow flowers and flat, feathery leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Lupinus versicolor is used for its ornamental value and is also used as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lupinus versicolor has a blue to purple flower, with a yellow patch in the center. The seed is a small, dark brown bean-like shape. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lupinus versicolor is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.
Where to Find Lupinus versicolor
Lupinus versicolor is native to western North America and can be found in California, Oregon, and Washington.
Lupinus versicolor FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lupinus versicolor?
Lupinus versicolor
What is the common name of Lupinus versicolor?
Varied Lupine
What type of plant is Lupinus versicolor?
It is a perennial flowering plant.
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
Legume Data Portal link for: Lupinus versicolor Sweet: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.