Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
bourgeauanum
ID:
480950

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fedde

Source:
ksu

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 104: 359 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000480282

Common Names

  • Bourgeau Poppy
  • Granadilla de Bourgeau
  • Granadilla de Bourgeau

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Description

Papaver bourgeauanum (also called Bourgeau's Poppy, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Papaveraceae family. It is native to Europe, and is found in the temperate regions of France, Spain and Italy. It is an annual herb, with a short stem and lobed leaves. It typically grows in dry, rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Papaver bourgeauanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Papaver bourgeauanum is a yellow-orange color, with a yellow center and four petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are slender and have a light green hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Papaver bourgeauanum is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be grown in a variety of soils and climates. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The best time to divide the plant is in the spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sterile medium and kept at a temperature of 70-75°F. The seedlings should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly. Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted into larger containers.

Where to Find Papaver bourgeauanum

Papaver bourgeauanum is native to the Mediterranean region.

Papaver bourgeauanum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Papaver bourgeauanum?

Papaver bourgeauanum is native to Central and South Asia.

What is the flower color of Papaver bourgeauanum?

The flowers of Papaver bourgeauanum are typically white or pale pink.

What is the size of Papaver bourgeauanum?

Papaver bourgeauanum is a fast-growing plant that can reach up to 1 meter in height.

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,