Burke's Lupine

Carried by 3 nurseries

Estimated plant range Estimated plant range

Data provided by the participants of the Consortium of California Herbaria

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Plant description

Burke's Lupine (Lupinus polyphyllus var. burkei) is a native perennial herb that grows in northern, southern and central California. It tends to grow in moist places, at elevations from 4900-9800 feet.

Plant overview

Plant type

Perennial herb

Size

8 - 60 in Tall

Color

Blue, Lavender, Purple

Flowering season

Spring, Summer

Landscaping information

Sun

Full Sun

Water

High, Moderate

Sunset Zones

1, 2, 3, 6, 7*, 14, 15*, 16*, 18*

Natural setting

Site type

Moist places

Plant communities

Wetland-Riparian

Wildlife supported

Bees

Caterpillars

Butterflies

Butterflies and moths supported

0 confirmed and 41 likely

Confirmed Likely

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Lupine Dagger

Acronicta lupini

Agrochola purpurea

Painted Tiger Moth

Arachnis picta

Garden Tiger Moth

Arctia caja

Alternative names

Common names:

Bigleaf Lupine

Sources

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