Notice

Colin Mills, compiler of the Hortus Camdenensis, died in late November 2012 after a short illness. As he always considered the Hortus his legacy, it is his family's intention to keep the site running in perpetuity. It will not, however, be updated in the near future.

Lupinus species unidentified, small blue variety

Plant unidentified.

 

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.124/1845].

Notes

Published Oct 03, 2009 - 04:02 PM | Last updated Aug 17, 2011 - 03:52 PM

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Family Fabaceae
Category
Region of origin

Unknown, probably North America
Synonyms
Common Name

Lupin
Name in the Camden Park Record

Lupinus species - small ditto 
Confidence level low