Lupinus polyphyllus - Bigleaf Lupine, Bog Lupine, Meadow Lupine (Plant) botany The Inner Lives of Animals

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Cold Hardy to 15 degrees F Distribution Unknown Natural Habitat Chaparral

what Muir was really seeing when he admired the grand vistas of Yosemite and the gold and purple flowers carpeting the Central Valley were the fertile gardens of the Sierra Miwok and Valley Yokuts Indians

Lupinus polyphyllus - Bigleaf Lupine, Bog Lupine, Meadow Lupine (Plant) botany The Inner Lives of AnimalsThis lupine is suited for regular garden care or for moist areas near ponds and streams. Beautiful deep blue or purple flowers. Tolerates some drought, and needs some sun for best performance. Caution: all parts are toxic. Plant Characteristics Family Name Fabaceae Species Name Lupinus polyphyllus Common Name Bigleaf Lupine, Bog Lupine, Meadow Lupine Plant Type Perennial Sun Exposure Coast Part Sun, Inland Part Sun, Water Requirement High Soil Type