Lupinus gussoneanus

Λουπίνος γκουσσονεάνος

Etymology of Lupinus gussoneanus: The name of the genus Lupinus is derived from the Latin word "lupinus", meaning "wolf"; this name was chosen because of the shape of the leaf, which resembles a wolf's paw. The specific epithet "gussoneanus", is a tribute to the Italian botanist Giuseppe Gussone (1787-1866).

There are two Lupinus taxa (both species) growing without human intervention in the wild Cypriot habitat.

Lupinus gussoneanus appears in many regions of Cyprus. Still, it does not appear in central-southern, central-northern, the central plains of the capital and its surrounding areas, and the mountains exceeding 925 metres. It is encountered as low as 25 metres above sea level and up to 925 metres. It prefers dry, sunny, and well-drained soils such as sandy or gravelly soils, and it is often found on rocky hillsides and slopes. Its flowering period is between March and May.