Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cuspidatus
ID:
168805

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rusby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Bull. New York Bot. Gard.4: 342 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168134

Common Names

  • Cuspidatus Lupine
  • Cuspidatus' Lupine
  • Cuspidatus Blue Lupine

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Description

Lupinus cuspidatus (also called Pointed Lupine, among many other common names) is an annual herb, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus cuspidatus is a drought-tolerant plant that is often used as a ground cover in gardens. Its flowers attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies, and it is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus cuspidatus has yellow flowers that are 1-2 inches long. The seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are small and thin with green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus cuspidatus is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring.

Where to Find Lupinus cuspidatus

Lupinus cuspidatus can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Nevada, and Oregon.

Lupinus cuspidatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus cuspidatus?

Lupinus cuspidatus

What is the common name of Lupinus cuspidatus?

Pointed-leaf lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus cuspidatus?

Open woodlands, grasslands, and chaparral

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