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29-JUL-2013 Dick Keely

Lupinus nootkatensis (Nootka lupin)

Westfjords, Iceland

This is a lupin native to North America. It grows to 60 cm tall. It was introduced to Europe late in the 18th century.
Lupinus nootkatensis (Nootka Lupin) is common on the west coast of North America.
It is one of the species from which the garden hybrids are derived, being valued in Britain for its tolerance of cool, wet summers.
In Iceland, the plant has been used to combat erosion. In some places, however, this has caused problems because of the lupin spreading too quickly. It is not native to Iceland but grows very well there. Since other plants find it difficult to root in the loose, eroded soil where it is generally planted, the lupin can grow unhindered and creates monocultures which prevent native flora to flourish.
Reference: Wikipedia


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Ton T.26-Jan-2014 15:22
Great image and interesting information!! V++
woody3426-Jan-2014 00:46
Thanks for the background info of this lovely looking flower.Colour and light are special in this capture.V
laine25-Jan-2014 23:05
Very impressive...
Gary Winters25-Jan-2014 20:07
Gorgeous shot.
Martin Lamoon25-Jan-2014 19:32
Wonderful close shot of this Lupin
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