Papaver - Wikipedia
WEBPapaver / p ə ˈ p eɪ v ər / is a genus of 70–100 species of frost-tolerant annuals, biennials, and perennials native to temperate and cold regions of Eurasia, Africa and North America. It is the type genus of the poppy family, Papaveraceae.
Papaver Plant Growing & Care Guide for Gardeners
WEBOct 23, 2023 · Papaver Plant Growing & Care Guide for Gardeners. Article by Dean Ravenscroft, Ph.D. - Updated 23rd Oct 2023. In this Gardener's HQ guide, we'll explore cultivating Papaver plants in your garden, indoor spaces, and other settings.
How to Grow and Care for the Common Poppy - The Spruce
WEBSep 30, 2022 · The common poppy (Papaver rhoeas) is a low-maintenance annual wildflower that boasts brightly colored blooms. Learn how to grow and propagate common poppies.
How to Grow and Care for Oriental Poppy Plants - The Spruce
WEBApr 25, 2024 · Oriental poppies ( Papaver orientale) are herbaceous perennial flowers with large, brightly colored blooms featuring petals reminiscent of crepe paper. These plants are grown mainly for their flowers, although they also bear attractive foliage in spring. They are just one of the various types of poppies .
How to Grow Papaver - Poppy - Harvest to Table
WEBCommon name: Oriental Poppy. Botanical name: Papaver orientale. Family: Papaveraceae. Origin: Europe to East Asia and in Western North America. Where to plant Oriental poppy–Papaver. Plant oriental poppies in full sun in cool-summer areas and in Zones 2-6; plant in partial shade in warm areas in Zones 7-9.
Papaver somniferum (Opium Poppy) - Gardenia
WEBPapaver somniferum, commonly known as the opium poppy, is native to the eastern Mediterranean region but has been widely cultivated throughout Europe and Asia. Description: This annual flowering plant is recognized for its large, dramatic blossoms and ornamental seed pods.
Poppy | Description, Major Species, Uses, & Facts | Britannica
WEBMay 13, 2024 · Poppy, any of several flowering plants of the poppy family (Papaveraceae), especially species of the genus Papaver. Most poppies are found in the Northern Hemisphere, and several species are cultivated as garden ornamentals. The opium poppy is the source of several drugs and produces edible seeds used in baked goods.
Papaver rhoeas - Wikipedia
WEBPapaver rhoeas, with common names including common poppy, corn poppy, corn rose, field poppy, Flanders poppy, and red poppy, is an annual herbaceous species of flowering plant in the poppy family Papaveraceae. It is native to north Africa and temperate Eurasia and is introduced into temperate areas on all other continents except Antarctica.
How to Grow and Care for Poppies -- Garden Chronicle
WEBBotanical name: Papaver. Family: Papaveraceae. Origin: Central and South Europe and temperate Asia. Where to Plant Papaver–Poppy Flowers. Plant poppies in full sun in Zones 2-6; plant in partial shade in Zones 7-11. Grow poppies in average to humus-rich, well-drained soil. Papaver Uses.
Papaveraceae | Description, Characteristics, & Examples
WEBPapaveraceae, the poppy family of flowering plants (order Ranunculales ), with 44 genera and 825 species. Most of these are herbaceous plants, but the family also includes some woody shrubs and a genus of small tropical trees. The family is outstanding for its many garden ornamentals and pharmaceutically important plants.
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