Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
exaltatus
ID:
168827

Status:
valid

Authors:
Zucc.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Abh. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss.1: 345 (1829-1830 publ. 1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168156



Common Names

  • Tall Lupine
  • Exaltatus Lupine
  • Exaltatus Blue Lupine


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Synonyms

  • Lupinus grandis Rose [valid]
  • Lupinus elegans exaltatus (Zucc.) C.P.Sm. [valid]
  • Lupinus fictomagnus C.P.Sm. [valid]
  • Lupinus monteportae C.P.Sm. [valid]
  • Lupinus ferax C.P.Sm. [valid]
  • Lupinus paraplesius C.P.Sm. [valid]
  • Lupinus tancitaricus C.P.Sm. [valid]
  • Lupinus dispar C.P.Sm. [valid]

Description

Lupinus exaltatus (also called Tall Blue Lupine, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to the eastern United States. It typically grows in dry, open woods, fields, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus exaltatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cover crop for soil erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus exaltatus has yellow flowers that are 1-2 inches long. The seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are small and thin with green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus exaltatus is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best to water the plant regularly, but not to overwater it. Fertilize the plant in the spring with a balanced fertilizer. Propagation can be done by division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Lupinus exaltatus

Lupinus exaltatus is native to the western United States and can be found in California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Nevada, and Utah.

Lupinus exaltatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus exaltatus?

Lupinus exaltatus

What is the common name of Lupinus exaltatus?

Tall Lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus exaltatus?

Open woodlands, grasslands, and chaparral

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