Status:
valid
Authors:
M.Bieb.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1819
Citation Micro:
Fl. Taur.-Caucas. 3: 364 (1819)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000480401
Common Names
- Papaver laevigatum
- Laevigatum Papaver
- Papaver Laevigatum
Synonyms
- Papaver lacerum Popov [unknown]
- Papaver erosulum Jord. [unknown]
- Papaver dubium laevigatum (M.Bieb.) Kadereit [unknown]
- Papaver glabellum Steven ex DC. [unknown]
- Papaver maeoticum Klokov [unknown]
- Papaver nothum Steven ex Nyman [unknown]
- Papaver rhodopeum Velen. [unknown]
- Papaver litwinowii Fedde ex Bornm. [unknown]
- Papaver nothum Steven [unknown]
Description
Papaver laevigatum (also called Smooth 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 laevigatum 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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Papaver laevigatum 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Papaver laevigatum 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 laevigatum
Papaver laevigatum is native to the Mediterranean region, and can be found in many countries in Europe, including France, Italy, and Spain.
Papaver laevigatum FAQ
What type of soil does Papaver laevigatum prefer?
Papaver laevigatum prefers well-drained, sandy soils.
What is the optimal temperature for Papaver laevigatum?
Papaver laevigatum prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.
How much sunlight does Papaver laevigatum need?
Papaver laevigatum 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,