What is another word for Genus Lupinus?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs lˈuːpɪnəs] (IPA) 
The term Genus Lupinus refers to a group of flowering plants commonly known as lupines. Some common synonyms for this term include Wolfia, Lupinella, Platycarpos and Tricholupinus. The genus Lupinus is diverse, with over 200 species found across the world, but most commonly found in western North America. Lupines are popular garden plants, known for their showy spikes of brightly colored flowers. They are also used in agriculture as a biofertilizer, due to their ability to fix nitrogen in the soil. The genus Lupinus is an important part of many ecosystems and has a rich cultural history, with many Native American groups using the plant in traditional medicine and as a food source.
