Lupinus is a genus of flowering plants in the legume family Fabaceae. Commonly known as lupins, they are native to the Mediterranean region, North Africa, and the Middle East. The genus includes over 200 species of annual and perennial plants, with a wide range of flower colors and sizes. Lupinus plants are used for ornamental purposes, as well as forage and cover crops. They are also used in traditional medicine and as a source of food for livestock.