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Lupinus, commonly known as lupin, lupine, [note 1] or regionally bluebonnet, is a genus of plants in the legume family Fabaceae. The genus includes over 199 species , with centres of diversity in North and South America . [ 1 ]
Lupinus argenteus plant, with silvery leaves. Lupinus argenteus is a species of lupine known by the common name silvery lupine. [2] It is native to much of western North America from the southwestern Canadian provinces to the southwestern and midwestern United States, where it grows in several types of habitats, including sagebrush, grassland, and forests.
The shape of the petals on the flower resembles the bonnet worn by pioneer women to shield them from the sun. [1] Species often called bluebonnets include: Lupinus argenteus, silvery lupine; Lupinus concinnus, Bajada lupine; Lupinus havardii, Big Bend bluebonnet or Chisos bluebonnet; Lupinus perennis, wild lupine or blue lupine
Lupinus nootkatensis, the Nootka lupine, [1] is a perennial plant of the genus Lupinus in the legume family, Fabaceae. It is native to North America and was introduced to Europe in the late 18th century. [2] It grows up to 60 cm tall, and has bright bluish-purple flowers. Iceland Nootka Lupin Flower Iceland Nootka Lupin Flower Fields
The following species in the flowering plant genus Lupinus, the lupins or lupines, are accepted by Plants of the World Online. [1] Although the genus originated in the Old World, about 500 of these species are native to the New World, probably due to multiple adaptive radiation events.
See this list of flower meanings with pictures to learn the symbolism and history behind some of your favorite blooms, including roses, irises and lilies.
Narcissus in culture – uses of narcissus flowers by humans; Lime tree in culture – uses of the lime (linden) tree by humans; Rose symbolism – a more expansive list of symbolic meanings of the rose; Apple (symbolism) – a more expansive list of symbolic means for apples
The language of flowers is a mystery to many. While there's a good chance you already know what roses symbolize (love, of course), you may be surprised to know the meaning behind some of your ...