Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
villosus
ID:
175454

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willd.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1802

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4, 3: 1029 (1802)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174783

Common Names

  • Velvet Lupine
  • Woolly Lupine
  • Hairy Lupine

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Synonyms

  • Lupinus pilosus Walter [illegitimate]
  • Lupinus integrifolius Desr. [illegitimate]

Description

Lupinus villosus (also called Hairy 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 villosus 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 villosus 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 villosus 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 villosus

Lupinus villosus is native to the western United States and can be found in California, Oregon, and Washington.

Lupinus villosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus villosus?

Lupinus villosus

What is the common name of Lupinus villosus?

Hairy lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus villosus?

Dry, rocky 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