Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
westianus
ID:
176121

Status:
valid

Authors:
Small

Source:
ildis

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Torreya26: 91 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175450

Common Names

  • West's Lupine
  • Western Lupine
  • Westian Lupine

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Description

Lupinus westianus (also called West's lupine, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, tropical and subtropical moist forests, and tropical and subtropical dry shrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus westianus is used as an ornamental plant, for firewood, and for timber. It also has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, malaria, and other ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lupinus westianus var. westianus
Lupinus westianus var. aridorum (Beckner) Isely

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus westianus has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, round, and black. Its seedlings have linear-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus westianus is an annual herb that can be propagated by seed. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and can tolerate drought and salt. It is best grown in full sun and should be watered regularly. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Lupinus westianus

Lupinus westianus can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Oregon, and Washington.

Lupinus westianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus westianus?

Lupinus westianus

What type of plant is Lupinus westianus?

A shrub

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus westianus?

Dry forests and woodlands

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