Papaver nudicaule Arctic poppy (Papaveraceae)

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Papaver nudicaule
Arctic poppy
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The Papaver nudicaule plant species is found in Northern sub-arctic regions. It is a member of the Papaveraceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Arctic poppy.

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Latin Name:  Papaver nudicaule
Common Name:  Arctic poppy
Family:  Papaveraceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  This plant is toxic to mammals, though the toxicity is low[76].

Mature Height:  0.3   Mature Width:  0.25

Habitat:  Stony slopes, river gravels and sandy meadows[74].

Propagation Notes: Seed - sow spring in situ[111]. Plants can be transplanted[200]. Division in March or October with care[111]. Larger divisions can be planted out direct into their permanent positions. We have found that it is better to pot up the smaller divisions and grow them on in light shade in a cold frame until they are well established before planting them out in late spring or early summer. Root cuttings 10cm long, November/December in a cold frame.

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