Valley Lupine

Carried by 2 nurseries

Estimated plant range Estimated plant range

Data provided by the participants of the Consortium of California Herbaria

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Plant description

Valley Lupine (Lupinus microcarpus var. microcarpus) is a abundant native annual herb that grows in northern, southern and central California. It tends to grow in open or disturbed or recently burned places, at elevations from 0-5000 feet.

Plant overview

Plant type

Annual herb

Size

4 - 31 in Tall

Color

Pink, White

Flowering season

Spring

Landscaping information

Sun

Full Sun

Water

Moderate

Ease of care

Moderate

Propagation

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

Sunset Zones

3, 4, 5, 6, 7*, 8*, 9*, 14*, 15*, 16*, 17*, 18, 19*, 20*, 21*, 22*, 23*, 24*

Natural setting

Site type

Open or disturbed places

Plant communities

Creosote Bush Scrub, Foothill Woodland, Sagebrush Scrub, Valley Grassland

Wildlife supported

Birds

Bees

Caterpillars

Butterflies

Butterflies and moths supported

0 confirmed and 53 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:

Valley Lupine

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