Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
duranii
ID:
168817

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eastw.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Leafl. W. Bot.2: 251 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168146

Common Names

  • Durani's Lupine
  • Durani Lupine
  • Duranii Lupine

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Synonyms

  • Lupinus tegeticulatus duranii (Eastw.) Barneby [valid]

Description

Lupinus duranii (also called Duran's 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 duranii is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscaping. Its leaves can be used as a natural dye, and its seeds are edible and can be used to make flour.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus duranii has a blue-violet flower and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are hairy and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus duranii is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best to water the plant regularly, but not to overwater it. Fertilize the plant in the spring with a balanced fertilizer. Propagation can be done by division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Lupinus duranii

Lupinus duranii is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky areas. It is also found in parts of North Africa and the Middle East.

Lupinus duranii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus duranii?

Lupinus duranii

What is the common name of Lupinus duranii?

Duran's lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus duranii?

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

References