Perennial Lupine

Day 10

Perennial  Lupine

A hardy perennial, native to Maine and Southern Ontario extending westward throughout the central and mid-western regions of the United States south to Florida. Flowers are arranged on upright spikes varied in color from deep blue to purple shades. Requires a dry, well-drained sandy or gravelly soil in full sun. Cannot tolerate heavy soils. A very adaptable and versatile species.

A perennial herb with distinctively divided leaves and attractive flowers that may reach 2 feet in height.  Perennial lupine and many other Lupinus species are usually very poisonous to livestock.  This plant is usually found in the woods or along the edges of woods.

Leaves are divided into 7 to 11 leaflets that arise from a central point (palmately divided).   Individual leaflets may reach 2 inches in length and 12 mm wide.

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