Lupinus bonplandius - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.P.Sm.
Source:
ildis
Year:
Citation Micro:
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184661
Common Names
- Bonpland Lupine
- Lupinus bonplandius
- Bonpland's Lupine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lupinus bonplandius (also called 'Bonpland's Lupine', among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in dry, open areas. It has pinnate leaves and blue, pea-like flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Lupinus bonplandius is used as a forage crop for livestock, as a soil stabilizer, and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lupinus bonplandius has blue flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lupinus bonplandius is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated from seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination.
Where to Find Lupinus bonplandius
Lupinus bonplandius can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and El Salvador.
Lupinus bonplandius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lupinus bonplandius?
Lupinus bonplandius
What is the common name of Lupinus bonplandius?
Bonplandius lupine
What is the family of Lupinus bonplandius?
Fabaceae
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
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-30751: Based on the initial data import
Charles Piper Smith (1877-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.P.Sm.' in the authors string.