Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
venezuelensis
ID:
185371

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.P.Sm.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Spec. Lupinorum: 95 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184700

Common Names

  • Venezuelan Lupine
  • Venezuelan Bluebonnet
  • Venezuelan Lupinus

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Synonyms

  • Lupinus timotensis Tamayo [invalid]

Description

Lupinus venezuelensis (also called Venezuelan Lupine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to Peru and is found in montane habitats. It has a perennial habit and produces blue flowers. It has a height of 0.3–1 m and a width of 0.3–0.6 m.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus venezuelensis is used as a forage crop for livestock, as a soil stabilizer, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus venezuelensis has yellow or white flowers with a long banner petal. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings have two oval-shaped cotyledons and two true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus venezuelensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9.

Where to Find Lupinus venezuelensis

Lupinus venezuelensis is native to Venezuela.

Lupinus venezuelensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus venezuelensis?

Lupinus venezuelensis

What is the common name of Lupinus venezuelensis?

Venezuelan Lupine

Where is Lupinus venezuelensis found?

It is found in the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia

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