Data provided by the participants of the Consortium of California Herbaria

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Silvery Lupine (Lupinus argenteus var. heteranthus) is a native perennial herb that grows in northern, southern and central California. It tends to grow at elevations from 4000-9600 feet.

Plant type

Perennial herb

Size

8 - 60 in Tall

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Color

White

Sun

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Water

Moderate

Propagation

For propagating by seed: Fresh seeds need no treatment. Stored seeds scarification or hot water.

Plant communities

Northern Juniper Woodland, Pinyon-Juniper Woodland, Sagebrush Scrub, Yellow Pine Forest

Bees
Caterpillars
Butterflies

Butterflies and moths supported

0 confirmed and 38 likely

Confirmed Likely

Lupine Dagger

Acronicta lupini

Agrochola purpurea

Painted Tiger Moth

Arachnis picta