Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
davisii
ID:
1322221

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kadereit) M.V.Agab.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Takhtajania 1: 39 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334675

Common Names

  • Papaver davisii
  • Davis' Poppy
  • Davis' Poppy

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Description

Papaver davisii (also called 'Davis's Poppy', among many other common names) is an annual native to Turkey. It grows to a height of 1-2 feet and has a spread of 1-2 feet. It grows in moist, shady areas and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Papaver davisii is a flowering plant that is often used in gardens and landscapes for its attractive white flowers. It is also used as an ornamental plant in flower beds and borders. The leaves of the plant can also be used as a herbal remedy for treating digestive issues such as indigestion and nausea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Papaver davisii has large, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Papaver davisii is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate by division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn, or by seed in spring.

Where to Find Papaver davisii

Papaver davisii is found in tropical rainforests in the Northern Territory of Australia.

Papaver davisii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Papaver davisii?

Papaver davisii

What is the common name of Papaver davisii?

Davis' Poppy

What is the natural habitat of Papaver davisii?

Grassy slopes and meadows

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,

References

Mariam V. Agababjan (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.V.Agab.' in the authors string.
Joachim Walter Kadereit (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kadereit' in the authors string.