Lupinus species unidentified, straw coloured variety

Unidentified Lupin.  No description.

 

Horticultural & Botanical History

This plant, and other unidentified Lupinus species listed in the Hortus, are probably garden cultivars or hybrids, popular for many years.  Lupin species were first introduced to Europe in the 16th century.  Paxton's Dictionary, under Garden varieties of Lupin, comments: ‘These are now very numerous – their colours and names are given in the nurserymen’s catalogues.’ 

History at Camden Park

Listed in the 1845, 1850 and 1857 catalogues [H.125/1845].

Notes

Published Oct 03, 2009 - 04:04 PM | Last updated Aug 17, 2011 - 03:49 PM


More details about Lupinus species unidentified, straw coloured variety
Family Fabaceae
Category
Region of origin

Unknown, probably North America

Synonyms
Common Name

Lupin

Name in the Camden Park Record
Confidence level low