Lupinus perennis
Rare in the Finger Lakes and Rare (S3) in NY State - protected. A host plant for the rare Karner Blue butterfly, it can be seen in preserves such as the Albany Pine Bush.
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The cotyledons are both blue-green and substantive.
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Plant Information
Common Name(s):
Wild Lupine
Type:
Native
Herbaceous Plants - Annuals, Biennials, Perennials
Status:
rare in NYS
Moisture:
Dry
Moist
Moist
Light:
Sun
Soil:
Sandy
Well-drained
Attracts butterflies/pollinators
Attracts butterflies/pollinators