Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
lecoqii
ID:
481061

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lamotte

Source:
cmp

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Auvergne 1851: 429 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000480393

Common Names

  • Papaver lecoqii
  • Lecoquii Papaver
  • Papaver Lecoquii

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Synonyms

  • Papaver cassandrinum Charrel ex Fedde [unknown]
  • Papaver tenue Ball [unknown]
  • Papaver subadpressiusculosetosum Fedde [unknown]
  • Papaver schweinfurthii Fedde [unknown]

Description

Papaver lecoqii (also called Lecoqu 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 lecoqii 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 lecoqii 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 lecoqii 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 lecoqii

Papaver lecoqii is native to the Mediterranean region, and can be found in many countries in Europe, including France, Italy, and Spain.

Papaver lecoqii FAQ

What type of soil does Papaver lecoqii prefer?

Papaver lecoqii prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

What is the optimal temperature for Papaver lecoqii?

Papaver lecoqii prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much sunlight does Papaver lecoqii need?

Papaver lecoqii 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,