Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ball) Coss.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1882
Citation Micro:
Ill. Fl. Atlant. 1: 11 (1882)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000480341
Common Names
- Atlanticum Poppy
- Granadilla Atlántica
- Granadilla Atlántica
Synonyms
- Papaver rupifragum atlanticum Ball [unknown]
Description
Papaver atlanticum (also called Atlantic Poppy, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a hairy stem and white, pink, or purple flowers with a hairy calyx. It grows in dry and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Papaver atlanticum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and headaches.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Papaver atlanticum sub. mesatlanticum (Maire) Kadereit
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Papaver atlanticum has white to pinkish flowers with 4-6 petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Papaver atlanticum can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division can be done in spring or fall. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer.
Where to Find Papaver atlanticum
Papaver atlanticum is native to the Mediterranean region.
Papaver atlanticum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Papaver atlanticum?
Papaver atlanticum
What is the common name of Papaver atlanticum?
Atlantic Poppy
What is the natural habitat of Papaver atlanticum?
Grassy slopes and sandy soils
Species in the Papaver genus
Papaver chelidoniifolium,
Papaver chakassicum,
Papaver clavatum,
Papaver chionophilum,
Papaver boissierianum,
Papaver bourgeauanum,
Papaver bracteatum,
Papaver calcareum,
Papaver californicum,
Papaver cambricum,
Papaver carmeli,
Papaver curviscapum,
Papaver bipinnatum,
Papaver anadyrense,
Papaver angustifolium,
Papaver arachnoideum,
Papaver anjuicum,
Papaver ammophilum,
Papaver arenarium,
Papaver atlanticum,
Papaver atrovirens,
Papaver baitagense,
Papaver bartuschianum,
Papaver intercedens,
Papaver involucratum,
Papaver decaisnei,
Papaver holophyllum,
Papaver hypsipetes,
Papaver humile,
Papaver lapponicum,
Papaver jacuticum,
Papaver lateritium,
Papaver lecoqii,
Papaver laestadianum,
Papaver laevigatum,
Papaver detritophilum,
Papaver dubium,
Papaver dodecandrum,
Papaver glaucum,
Papaver godronii,
Papaver gorgoneum,
Papaver gracile,
Papaver glabrum,
Papaver halophilum,
Papaver heterophyllum,
Papaver alboroseum,
Papaver acrochaetum,
Papaver aculeatum,
Papaver alberti,
Papaver libanoticum,