Large-leaved Lupine
Lupinus polyphyllus
Full Description
Large palmate leaves and showy white-pink to purple-blue pea-like flowers on stalks. Blooms May – August.
Plant Details
- Habitat:
- Riparian Forests
Shrub Swamp
Shallow Marsh
Wet Prairie
Occurs in seasonally dry to marshy meadows, wetlands and damp forests, along stream banks and ditches, and in disturbed areas. - Mature Height:
- 1-5'
- Shade Preference:
- Soil Tolerance:
- prefers wet to moist soil.
- Special Uses:
- Attracts insects, bees, hummingbirds; bank stabilization; ornamental.