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Lupinus plattensis (Nebraska lupine)
Rechentin, C.A.

Lupinus plattensis S. Wats.


Nebraska lupine, Dune bluebonnet

Fabaceae (Pea Family)



Found in Nebraska, Wyoming, and Colorado, Lupinus plattensis has blue flowers with a dark spot on the standard and paddle-shaped leaflets.


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Plant Characteristics

Duration: Perennial
Habit: Herb
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Size Class: 1-3 ft.

Bloom Information

Bloom Color: Blue
Bloom Time: Apr , May , Jun

Distribution

USA: CO , MT , NE , NM , OK , TX , WY
USDA Native Status: L48(N)

Last Update: 2012-07-16