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flatbud pricklypoppy

Scientific Name: Argemone munita

Family: Papaveraceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Annual, Perennial

Other Names:

       

Argemone munita: Flatbud Prickly Poppy

Argemone munita is a species of prickly poppy known by the common names flatbud prickly poppy and chicalote.

Considerations for Pets

  • This plant is a "prickly poppy," suggesting it may have thorns or sharp edges.
  • The stems and leaves are described as prickly.

Considerations for Children

  • This plant is a "prickly poppy," suggesting it may have thorns or sharp edges.
  • The stems and leaves are described as prickly.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Argemone munita Durand & Hilg.
  • Family: Papaveraceae (Poppy Family)
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Synonyms: Mentions of "names for this taxon" suggest potential synonyms, but they are not explicitly listed.
  • Subspecies:
    • Argemone munita Durand & Hilg. subsp. munita
    • Argemone munita Durand & Hilg. ssp. rotundata (Rydb.) G.B. Ownbey
    • Argemone munita subsp. argentea G.B. Ownbey

Common Names

  • Flatbud prickly poppy
  • Chicalote
  • Flatbud pricklypoppy

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to the west and southwest USA.
  • Specifically mentioned in California, Nevada, and Utah.
  • Found off I-70 in Utah in July.
  • Observed 14 miles NE of Dugway.
  • Thrives in dry and infertile soil.

Morphological Characteristics

  • A perennial forb/herb (non-woody plant).
  • Has very large (up to 5 inches across), flat flowers.
  • Petals are white and about 2 inches long.
  • Long-blooming white flower with papery thin flower petals.
  • The plant can reach 3 meters in height.

Quirky Facts

  • The species name "munita" means "armed."
  • In the summer, the plant assumes an orangeyellow coloring.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • Beetles have been observed on the petals of the flowers.

Additional Notes

  • The plant contains toxic alkaloids.
  • Used medicinally.

Further Information

  • Dave's Garden is mentioned as a resource for gardening tips and ideas.
  • Discover Life provides information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of the plant.