Narrow-leafed Lupin Plant

Narrow-leafed Lupin (Lupinus angustifolius) grows up to 3 ft, prefers well-drained soil, full sun, moderate moisture, and is both edible and medicinal.

Habit

Herb

Height

0.6-1.2 m

Growth

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained, sandy loam

Shade

Full

Moisture

Moderate

Edible

Yes

Medicinal

Yes

Origin

Europe, Asia

Climatic Condition

Temperate, Subtropical

Temperature (°)

15-25°C

Humidity (%)

60-70%

Potting media

Loamy, peat

Fertilizers

Balanced NPK (10-10-10)

Watering

Regular, moderate

Plant Weight 

100-200 g

Flowering Time

Spring, Summer

Soil Ph level

6.0 - 7.5

Water Ph level

6.0 - 7.0

Soil EC

1-2 dS/m

Yield Per Plant 

Edible seeds

NPK ratio 

05:10:10

life Span

Annual

Health Benefits

High in protein, nitrogen fixation

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

50% peat moss, 25% compost, 25% sand

Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize every 6 weeks with nitrogen-based fertilizer.

Common Diseases and Remedies

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Common Diseases

Rust, Leaf Spot, Downy Mildew, Aphid Infestation, Root Rot

Symptoms

Reddish pustules on leaves, Brown or black lesions, White, downy growth on leaves, Curled, distorted leaves, Wilting and root decay.

Organic Remedies

Neem oil, sulfur spray, Compost tea, Improve air circulation, insecticidal soap, Improve soil drainage, Use Resistant Varieties. 

In-Organic Remedies

Fungicides with propiconazole, Copper-based fungicides, Fungicides with mancozeb, Chemical insecticides, Soil-applied fungicides.