Seashore Lupine

Seashore Lupine (Lupinus littoralis) is a perennial forb or subshrub native to the Pacific Northwest coast, spanning from British Columbia to California. This plant thrives in moist environments and prefers light to medium soil types, including sandy and clay soils. It can grow up to 0.5 meters tall and is known for its distinctive blue to purple flowers that bloom in late spring and early summer. Seashore Lupine is both edible and medicinal; the roots are often used as a food source, while various parts of the plant have been utilized in traditional medicine. Its adaptability to coastal conditions makes it an interesting addition to gardens or natural landscapes in similar climates.