White Lupin
Lupinus albus

White Lupin Plant 

White Lupin (Lupinus albus), a moderate-growing herb up to 3 ft, thrives in loamy soil, full sun, moderate moisture, and is both edible and medicinal.

Picture illustratig White Lupin plant

Habit

Herb

Height

50-80 cm

Growth

Moderate


Soil

Well-drained, loamy soil

Shade

Full

Moisture

Moderate

Edible

Yes

Medicinal

Yes

Origin

Mediterranean

Climatic Condition

Temperate, subtropical

Temperature (°)

15-25

Humidity (%)

60-70

Potting media

Loamy soil, compost

Fertilizers

Nitrogen-rich

Watering

Moderate

Plant Weight 

300-500 grams

Flowering Time

Spring to Summer

Soil Ph level

6.0-7.5

Water Ph level

6.0-7.5

Soil EC

0.3-0.5 mS/cm

Yield Per Plant 

Moderate

NPK ratio 

10:10:10

life Span

1-2 years

Health Benefits

High in protein, lowers cholesterol, improves digestion

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

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


Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize every 4-6 weeks with phosphorus-rich fertilizer.

Common Diseases and Remedies

Leaf Spot, Rust, Downy Mildew, Aphid Infestation, Fusarium Wilt. 

Dark spots on leaves, Reddish pustules on leaves, White fungal growth on leaves, Leaf curling and distortion, Wilting and yellowing leaves. 

Neem oil, compost tea, sulfur-based sprays, Insecticidal soap, Crop rotation, resistant varieties. 

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

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