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Dune Lupine
Lupinus chamissonis
This shrub is also known as Chamisso's lupine, silvery lupine, and beach
blue lupine. A member of the pea family, the leaves are bluish-green and
the purple-blue flowers bloom from April to July.
Native American Usage
Various species of Lupinus were utilized. The plants were used as
an aid for indigestion and gas. An infusion was taken for hiccups.
It was also used for bladder trouble.