The Wolf Flower
The Lupine is named after “Lupus,” the Latin word for wolf!
Lupine
Why is it Named
After the Wolf?
Lupine is poisonous.
When this plant was
named, people thought
that both the wolf and
the plant killed livestock.
Although lupine is poisonous, it is an important
part of a healthy habitat. After a forest fire, Lupine
grows rapidly and puts vitamins and nutrients
back into the soil. This helps the forest grow!
The Lupine has blue and white flowers
and seeds that look like pea pods. It is
in the pea family!
They may look like peas, but don’t
be foolish and try to eat one. They
will make you very sick!
Lupine’s fanlike leaves look
like the fingers on a hand.
Remember! Spare a flower, share a flower!
If you pick a flower, no one else can enjoy its beauty.