Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caudatus
ID:
175373

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kellogg

Source:
ildis

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci.2: 197 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174702

Common Names

  • Tailed Lupine
  • Tailed Annual Lupine
  • Tailed Blue Lupine

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Description

Lupinus caudatus (also called tailed lupine, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southwestern United States. It has a hairy stem and is covered with blue-green leaves. It grows in dry, rocky, and sandy soils in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus caudatus is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive yellow flowers. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, skin diseases, and digestive problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lupinus caudatus var. utahensis (S.Watson) S.L.Welsh
Lupinus caudatus var. argophyllus (A.Gray) S.L.Welsh
Lupinus caudatus var. cutleri (Eastw.) S.L.Welsh
Lupinus caudatus sub. montigenus (A.Heller) L.W.Hess & D.B.Dunn
Lupinus caudatus sub. caudatus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lupinus caudatus is a blue-violet color and has a long, erect raceme. The seed is a small, flat, dark brown bean-like shape. The seedling is a small, hairy plant with a single stem and two to three pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus caudatus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be planted in a well-drained soil. It is best to keep the cuttings in a warm, sunny position until they are established.

Where to Find Lupinus caudatus

Lupinus caudatus is native to the western United States, ranging from California to Arizona.

Lupinus caudatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus caudatus?

Lupinus caudatus

What is the common name of Lupinus caudatus?

Tailed Lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus caudatus?

Grasslands, meadows, and open 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

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