Lupinus perennis (Native)

Habitat: Dry, sandy, open forests, woodlands, clearings, and roadsides; associated almost exclusively with sandy, nutrient-poor soils. Infrequent to locally common throughout; apparently absent from Southwest Virginia.

Wildlife Value: Attracts hummingbirds, bees and butterflies. Host plant for Karner Blue butterfly (Lycaeides melissa sub. samuelis) and Frosted Elfin butterfly (Callophrys irus). Small mammals and birds will eat the seeds.

Poisonous to Humans

Poison Severity:
Low

Poison Symptoms: 
Seeds pisionous if eaten in lrge quantities. Symptoms include respiratory depression and slow heartbeat, sleepiness, and convulsions.

Causes Contact Dermatitis: No