Lupinus luteus
Care consensus, photos, and the collectors growing it.
- Common name
- Annual yellow lupin
- Plant type
- Annual
- Growth habit
- Upright
- Light
- Full sun
- Watering
- Medium
- Temperature
- Warm
- Humidity
- Moderate
- Propagation
- Seed grown
- Native range
- Mediterranean regions
- Toxic to pets
- Toxic
- Toxic to people
- Toxic
- public plants
- 0 public plants
- collectors
- 0 collectors
What Lupinus luteus is
Lupinus luteus is a tall, annual plant that grows straight upward. It is well known for the distinct, bright yellow flowers that bloom on its spikes.
You will find that it thrives in a spot with plenty of direct light. Because it is an annual, you will start it from seed each year to enjoy its color in your garden.
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The seeds contain alkaloids that can be harmful if ingested.
Written by Pi, the helpful collecto.rs AI. Not veterinary or medical advice — check with a professional before letting a pet or a child near an unfamiliar plant.
People and Lupinus luteus
How our relationship with this plant has changed over time.
- Antiquity
Early use
People in the Mediterranean regions gathered these plants for soil improvement and fodder. Its ability to fix nitrogen made it a staple in early agricultural cycles.
- 18th century
Garden arrival
European gardeners began to select the plant for its floral display rather than just its agricultural use. It became a common sight in borders where warm, sunny conditions were available.
- Modern day
Seasonal sowing
You likely treat this plant as a seasonal addition to your outdoor space. Its straightforward growth from seed remains the primary way you keep it in your collection year after year.
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Frequently asked about Lupinus luteus
Quick answers pulled from the public catalog and care consensus above.
What is Lupinus luteus?
Lupinus luteus is a species in the Lupinus genus. Commonly known as Annual yellow lupin, a annual, and with a upright growth habit. Native to Mediterranean regions.
How do you care for Lupinus luteus?
Reference care guidance for Lupinus luteus: full sun light, medium watering, warm temperatures, and moderate humidity. Collectors on collecto.rs will refine this as more public specimens are added.
How rare is Lupinus luteus?
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