Lupinus caudatus
Lupinus caudatus, commonly known as the tailed lupin, is a striking perennial herb native to South America. Distinguished by its tall, upright spikes of vibrant blue or purple flowers, this medicinal plant is valued in traditional herbalism for its unique phytochemical properties and its ability to thrive in diverse ecosystems.
- Scientific name: Lupinus caudatus
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Fabales, it is classified under the family Fabaceae. Finally, it is identified by its genus, Lupinus, and its specific species name, Lupinus caudatus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Lupinus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Lupinus caudatus, is referred to by various common names depending on the region and language. In English, it is frequently called the tailed lupine, while in Spanish, it is known as lupino caudado. In Portuguese, the plant is referred to as lupino caudado, and in the Latin-based naming conventions often used in botanical circles, it is simply identified by its specific epithet.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical range that spans across multiple continents. Within the Indian Subcontinent, it can be found growing in Bangladesh. Its distribution also extends significantly into the Northwestern U.S.A. region. Specifically, it inhabits various landscapes across the states of Colorado, Idaho, and Montana. Additionally, the species is documented to occur within the borders of Oregon.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Northwestern U.S.A. | Colorado | WCVP |
| Northwestern U.S.A. | Idaho | WCVP |
| Northwestern U.S.A. | Montana | WCVP |
| Northwestern U.S.A. | Oregon | WCVP |
| Northwestern U.S.A. | Wyoming | WCVP |
| North-Central U.S.A. | North Dakota | WCVP |
| Southwestern U.S.A. | Arizona | WCVP |
| Southwestern U.S.A. | California | WCVP |
| Southwestern U.S.A. | Nevada | WCVP |
Chemicals
Lupinus caudatus has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include glucose.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| glucose | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Lupinus caudatus has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antihyperglycemic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antihyperglycemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |