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
| Family | Fabaceae |
|---|---|
| Category | |
| Region of origin | Unknown, probably North America |
| Synonyms | |
| Common Name | Lupin |
| Name in the Camden Park Record | |
| Confidence level | low |