Lupinus bogotensis
Care, watering, light and tips for Lupinus bogotensis on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Fabaceae
- Difficulty: Moderate care
- Watering: every 3 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 5–35 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Lupinus bogotensis
Lupinus bogotensis, commonly known as chochitos, is a legume native to the Colombian Andes, valued for its showy blue or violet flowers arranged in spikes. This perennial herbaceous plant forms dense clumps, ideal for rock gardens, path borders, or as an ornamental potted plant, adding a wild and colorful touch. Its abundant flowering and hardiness make it perfect for low-maintenance landscaping in mountain climates.
Native range
Andes of Colombia
Care tips
It requires full sun exposure for optimal flowering. Watering should be moderate, allowing the substrate to dry slightly between waterings, as it is sensitive to waterlogging. It prefers well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soils, and does not require much fertilization. A common mistake is overwatering, which can lead to root rot; it's better to underwater than overwater.
How to save a dying Lupinus bogotensis
- Warning signs
- Yellowing or browning leaves, soft stems, dropping flowers/buds.
- First aid
- Check drainage and soil moisture. Move to partial shade if too much sun.
- What kills it
- Overwatering that rots roots or lack of drainage. Does not tolerate waterlogging.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if roots aren't completely rotted. Act quickly with good drainage.