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red pricklypoppy
Scientific Name: Argemone sanguinea
Family: Papaveraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual, Biennial, Perennial
Other Names:
Red Prickly Poppy (Argemone sanguinea)
The Red Prickly Poppy, scientifically known as Argemone sanguinea, is a striking wildflower known for its vibrant blooms and distinctive spiny foliage.
Considerations for Pets
- The plant has spiny leaves and stems, which could cause discomfort or injury if handled roughly.
- All prickly poppies contain yellow to orange latex sap, although the effects of this sap on pets are not specified in this text.
- The plant produces seeds.
Considerations for Children
- The plant has spiny leaves and stems, which could cause discomfort or injury if handled roughly.
- All prickly poppies contain yellow to orange latex sap, although the effects of this sap on children are not specified in this text.
- The plant produces seeds.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Argemone sanguinea Greene
- Family: Papaveraceae (Poppy Family)
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Synonyms: Argemone platyceras var. rosea J.M. Coult., Argemone platyceras Link & Otto var.
- Common Names: Red Pricklypoppy, Rose Prickly Poppy, Red Poppy
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to southwestern USA.
- Often found in open areas and overgrazed lands.
Morphological Characteristics
- An annual species that can reach 50-100 cm in height.
- Features showy magenta to pale rose flowers. Petal color can vary from white to pink to red.
- Has spiny leaves.
- Seed heads are long, narrow, and covered.
Traditional Uses
- Prickly poppy plants have been used in traditional medicine.
Quirky Facts
- Despite being called the "Red Prickly Poppy," the flower petals can range in color from white to pink and red.
Additional Information
- USDA Symbol: ARSA4
- The plant blooms in June and July.