Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
decaisnei
ID:
481042

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hochst. & Steud. ex Elkan

Source:
cmp

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Tent. Monogr. Papaver : 26 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000480374

Common Names

  • Decaisnei Poppy
  • Granadilla de Decaisnei
  • Granadilla de Decaisnei

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Description

Papaver decaisnei (also called Decaisne's 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 decaisnei 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 decaisnei var. patulum Tavakkoli & Assadi

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Papaver decaisnei 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Papaver decaisnei 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 decaisnei

Papaver decaisnei is found in Central Asia.

Papaver decaisnei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Papaver decaisnei?

Papaver decaisnei

What is the common name of Papaver decaisnei?

Decaisne's Poppy

What is the natural habitat of Papaver decaisnei?

Grassy slopes and rocky areas

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2560721: Based on the initial data import
Christian Ferdinand Friedrich Hochstetter (1787-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hochst.' in the authors string.
Ernst Gottlieb von Steudel (1783-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steud.' in the authors string.
Ludwig Elkan (1815-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Elkan' in the authors string.