Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Garden Lupin |
| MainColor | Pink |
| PlantType |  Herb |
| Growth Type |  Cultivated |
| Season | September |
| ImageUrl | Lupinus-001 |
| Photographer | Antony |
| Location | Whitley Bay |
| Human Toxicity |  Mildly_Toxic |
Flower Details
Description
Garden Lupin is a herbaceous perennial plant known for its tall, vibrant spikes of flowers that range in colour from blue and purple to pink and white. It grows up to 1.5 metres tall and has palmately compound leaves. The plant is often used in ornamental gardens for its striking appearance.
Distribution
Native to western North America, it has been widely introduced in Europe and other parts of the world. It thrives in moist, well-drained soils and is often found in meadows and along roadsides.
Medicinal/Other Uses
— No significant medicinal uses.
Edibility
Caution Advised - seeds contain toxic alkaloids and should not be consumed without proper processing.
Human Toxicity
Mildly Toxic - ingestion of seeds can cause symptoms such as nausea and dizziness due to alkaloid content.
Pet Toxicity
Mildly Toxic to dogs and cats - ingestion may lead to vomiting, diarrhoea, and lethargy.
Active Compounds
Lupinine, lupanine, sparteine.