Lupinus guggenheimianus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rusby
Source:
ildis
Year:
1927
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.7: 260 (1927)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168185
Common Names
- Guggenheim's Lupine
- Guggenheim Lupine
- Guggenheim Bluebonnet
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lupinus guggenheimianus (also called Guggenheim's Lupine, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It typically grows in dry, open areas such as grasslands and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Lupinus guggenheimianus is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a cover crop, to help control erosion and improve soil fertility. The plant is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin conditions, as an anti-inflammatory, and as a diuretic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Lupinus guggenheimianus are white to pale blue, with a yellow banner and a white keel. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a smooth texture. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and two small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lupinus guggenheimianus is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring.
Where to Find Lupinus guggenheimianus
Lupinus guggenheimianus is native to South America and can be found in the countries of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.
Lupinus guggenheimianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lupinus guggenheimianus?
Lupinus guggenheimianus
What is the common name of Lupinus guggenheimianus?
Guggenheim's Lupine
What is the habitat of Lupinus guggenheimianus?
It grows in dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region
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
Henry Hurd Rusby (1855-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rusby' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Lupinus guggenheimianus Rusby: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.