Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
halophilum
ID:
481103

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Fedde) Cullen

Source:
ksu

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica 34: 17 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000480435

Common Names

  • Salt-loving Poppy
  • Salt-loving Poppies
  • Salt-loving Corn Poppy

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Description

Papaver halophilum (also called Salt-loving 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 halophilum 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 halophilum 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 halophilum 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 halophilum

Papaver halophilum can be found in the wild in Central Asia.

Papaver halophilum FAQ

What type of soil does Papaver halophilum prefer?

Papaver halophilum prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

What is the optimal temperature for Papaver halophilum?

Papaver halophilum prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much sunlight does Papaver halophilum need?

Papaver halophilum 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

Friedrich Karl Georg Fedde (1873-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fedde' in the authors string.
James Cullen (1936-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cullen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:673530-1: Based on the initial data import