Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
octablomus
ID:
363855

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.P.Sm.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Spec. Lupinorum: 250 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000363187

Common Names

  • Lupinus octablomus
  • Octablomus Lupine
  • Lupine

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Description

Lupinus octablomus (also called Octa-bloom Lupine, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to western North America. It has a tall stem and many leaves, and its flowers are usually white or purple. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is commonly found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus octablomus is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, as a source of fuelwood, and as a source of timber for construction and furniture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lupinus octablomus is a small, blue, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, light green, and have a few small, white hairs on the stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus octablomus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil and lightly covered. The seedlings should be thinned to about 6 inches apart. The plants can be divided in spring or fall. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized in spring and summer.

Where to Find Lupinus octablomus

Lupinus octablomus can be found in the western United States, from California to Oregon and Washington.

Lupinus octablomus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus octablomus?

Lupinus octablomus

What is the common name of Lupinus octablomus?

Octa-bloom lupine

What is the habitat of Lupinus octablomus?

Dry, open, rocky or sandy places

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