Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
gracile
ID:
481099

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aucher ex Boiss.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 16: 372 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000480431

Common Names

  • Graceful Poppy
  • Graceful Poppies
  • Graceful Corn Poppy

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Description

Papaver gracile (also called Slender 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 gracile 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 gracile 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 gracile is a species of poppy native to Central Asia. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be grown in a mixture of sand, loam, and compost. It should be watered regularly, but not too often. Propagation is done by seed or by division of the root clumps.

Where to Find Papaver gracile

Papaver gracile can be found in the wild in Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.

Papaver gracile FAQ

What type of soil does Papaver gracile prefer?

Papaver gracile prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

What is the optimal temperature for Papaver gracile?

Papaver gracile prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much sunlight does Papaver gracile need?

Papaver gracile needs full sun to partial shade to thrive.

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

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Pierre Martin Rémi Aucher-Éloy (1792-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aucher' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:673526-1: Based on the initial data import