Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
cambricum
ID:
480956

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 508 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000480288

Common Names

  • Cambric Poppy
  • Granadilla de Cámbrica
  • Granadilla de Cámbrica

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Synonyms

  • Meconopsis cambrica (L.) Vig. [unknown]
  • Papaver flavum Moench [unknown]
  • Papaver luteum Lam. [unknown]
  • Stylophorum cambricum (L.) Spreng. [unknown]
  • Argemone cambrica (L.) Desf. [unknown]
  • Cerastites cambricus (L.) Gray [unknown]
  • Parameconopsis cambrica (L.) Grey-Wilson [valid]

Description

Papaver cambricum (also called Welsh Poppy, among many other common names) is a species of poppy native to Europe. It is characterized by its bright, yellow flowers and its ability to tolerate dry conditions. It grows in rocky, mountainous areas and prefers full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Papaver cambricum 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 cambricum is a single, bright yellow petal with a dark red center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Papaver cambricum 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 cambricum

Papaver cambricum is native to the British Isles.

Papaver cambricum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Papaver cambricum?

Papaver cambricum is native to Central and South Asia.

What is the flower color of Papaver cambricum?

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

What is the size of Papaver cambricum?

Papaver cambricum 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,

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