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Himalayan poppy (Meconopsis)
Himalayan poppy is a genus of flowering plants in the family Papaveraceae. It is found in England, Wales, Ireland, the fringes of Western Europe and Himalayas. 
Lifespan
Perennial
Key Facts About Himalayan poppy
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Attributes of Himalayan poppy
Plant Height
1.2 m
Spread
50 cm
Leaf type
Deciduous
Scientific Classification of Himalayan poppy
How to Grow and Care for Himalayan poppy
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Himalayan poppy requires a cool, moist, and partially shaded environment to thrive. Ideal soil conditions are well-draining, rich in organic matter, with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. Watering should keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Seasonal challenges include protecting himalayan poppy from the hot summer sun and providing adequate mulch for root insulation during winter. Common issues are root rot and pests like slugs. Early spring care involves preparation for blooming, while autumn requires preparations for dormancy.
How to Water Himalayan poppy?
What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Himalayan poppy?
How to Propagate Himalayan poppy?
How to Plant Himalayan poppy?
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8 most common species：
Himalayan blue poppy
The story of the discovery of the himalayan blue poppy is complicated: its sighting in northwest China was included in a report in 1886 and again during an unsuccessful Mt. Everest expedition in 1922. The wide spread-out leaves give the blue blossoms a slightly-drooping bowl-shaped appearance with a loose cluster of golden anthers in the center.
Prickly blue poppy
Prickly blue poppy is an endangered flowering plant that produces vibrant tissue-paper-textured blue flowers and spiked stems and leaves. It is because of these characteristics that Prickly blue poppy gets its name. It is a popular ornamental and horticultural plant, but it is difficult to grow, so its cultivation is limited.
Sulphur poppy
Sulphur poppy is a perennial herb. Unusually, it has two distinct growth habits: when growing high on mountainsides, in scree piles, or other high elevation less ideal sites, it assumes a dwarf form with only one or a few flowers. In more ideal conditions at lower altitudes, it can be two to four times taller and have profuse foliage and blooms.
Meconopsis wilsonii
Meconopsis wilsonii is sometimes grown ornamentally for its large and elegant drooping purple flowers. This plant is relatively new to ornamental growth. It is valued for the long-blooming flowers which are a good height for the middle or back of beds and borders. Meconopsis wilsonii gets its name from the botanist who identified it, Ernest Henry Chinese Wilson (1876 – 1930).
Himalayan blue poppy
Himalayan blue poppy is a very distinctive and ornamental poppy with an unusual blue flower. This standout garden plant has gifted growers with long-lasting flowers ever since it was popularized in the 1980s. It won't produce flowers in excessive heat but it is able to die back under such conditions and return the following year, rewarding patience.
Blue poppy
A large proportion of species are monocarpic and as such are notoriously difficult to maintain in cultivation.
Meconopsis racemosa
Meconopsis racemosa boasts stunning, solitary bell-shaped flowers—usually a deep blue or purple—that dangle from delicate, arched stems. Native to the alpine regions, it thrives in moist, well-drained soils under partial shade, emulating its natural habitat among rocky crevices. Its foliage forms basal rosettes of green, occasionally with a silvery bloom, adding to its ornamental appeal.
Asiatic poppy 'Slieve Donard'
Sporting large, opulent sky-blue flowers, asiatic poppy 'Slieve Donard' is a captivating perennial. Each bloom, resembling a poppy, crowns a rosette of lush, green leaves. Thriving in cooler, moist alpine climates, they flaunt their brilliance in late spring or early summer, brightening gardens and slopes with their striking hues.
All Species of Himalayan poppy
Himalayan blue poppy
Himalayan blue poppy
The story of the discovery of the himalayan blue poppy is complicated: its sighting in northwest China was included in a report in 1886 and again during an unsuccessful Mt. Everest expedition in 1922. The wide spread-out leaves give the blue blossoms a slightly-drooping bowl-shaped appearance with a loose cluster of golden anthers in the center.
Prickly blue poppy
Prickly blue poppy
Prickly blue poppy is an endangered flowering plant that produces vibrant tissue-paper-textured blue flowers and spiked stems and leaves. It is because of these characteristics that Prickly blue poppy gets its name. It is a popular ornamental and horticultural plant, but it is difficult to grow, so its cultivation is limited.
Sulphur poppy
Sulphur poppy
Sulphur poppy is a perennial herb. Unusually, it has two distinct growth habits: when growing high on mountainsides, in scree piles, or other high elevation less ideal sites, it assumes a dwarf form with only one or a few flowers. In more ideal conditions at lower altitudes, it can be two to four times taller and have profuse foliage and blooms.
Meconopsis wilsonii
Meconopsis wilsonii
Meconopsis wilsonii is sometimes grown ornamentally for its large and elegant drooping purple flowers. This plant is relatively new to ornamental growth. It is valued for the long-blooming flowers which are a good height for the middle or back of beds and borders. Meconopsis wilsonii gets its name from the botanist who identified it, Ernest Henry Chinese Wilson (1876 – 1930).
Himalayan blue poppy
Himalayan blue poppy
Himalayan blue poppy is a very distinctive and ornamental poppy with an unusual blue flower. This standout garden plant has gifted growers with long-lasting flowers ever since it was popularized in the 1980s. It won't produce flowers in excessive heat but it is able to die back under such conditions and return the following year, rewarding patience.
Blue poppy
Blue poppy
A large proportion of species are monocarpic and as such are notoriously difficult to maintain in cultivation.
Meconopsis racemosa
Meconopsis racemosa
Meconopsis racemosa boasts stunning, solitary bell-shaped flowers—usually a deep blue or purple—that dangle from delicate, arched stems. Native to the alpine regions, it thrives in moist, well-drained soils under partial shade, emulating its natural habitat among rocky crevices. Its foliage forms basal rosettes of green, occasionally with a silvery bloom, adding to its ornamental appeal.
Asiatic poppy 'Slieve Donard'
Asiatic poppy 'Slieve Donard'
Sporting large, opulent sky-blue flowers, asiatic poppy 'Slieve Donard' is a captivating perennial. Each bloom, resembling a poppy, crowns a rosette of lush, green leaves. Thriving in cooler, moist alpine climates, they flaunt their brilliance in late spring or early summer, brightening gardens and slopes with their striking hues.
Harebell poppy
Harebell poppy
Harebell poppy is a genus of flowering plants in the family Papaveraceae. It is found in England, Wales, Ireland, the fringes of Western Europe and Himalayas.
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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Himalayan poppy
Meconopsis
Himalayan poppy is a genus of flowering plants in the family Papaveraceae. It is found in England, Wales, Ireland, the fringes of Western Europe and Himalayas.
Lifespan
Perennial
Key Facts About Himalayan poppy
Feedback
Attributes of Himalayan poppy
Plant Height
1.2 m
Spread
50 cm
Leaf type
Deciduous
Scientific Classification of Himalayan poppy
How to Grow and Care for Himalayan poppy
Feedback
Himalayan poppy requires a cool, moist, and partially shaded environment to thrive. Ideal soil conditions are well-draining, rich in organic matter, with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. Watering should keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Seasonal challenges include protecting himalayan poppy from the hot summer sun and providing adequate mulch for root insulation during winter. Common issues are root rot and pests like slugs. Early spring care involves preparation for blooming, while autumn requires preparations for dormancy.
How to Water Himalayan poppy?
What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Himalayan poppy?
How to Propagate Himalayan poppy?
How to Plant Himalayan poppy?
Exploring the Himalayan poppy Plants
Feedback
8 most common species：
Himalayan blue poppy
The story of the discovery of the himalayan blue poppy is complicated: its sighting in northwest China was included in a report in 1886 and again during an unsuccessful Mt. Everest expedition in 1922. The wide spread-out leaves give the blue blossoms a slightly-drooping bowl-shaped appearance with a loose cluster of golden anthers in the center.
Prickly blue poppy
Prickly blue poppy is an endangered flowering plant that produces vibrant tissue-paper-textured blue flowers and spiked stems and leaves. It is because of these characteristics that Prickly blue poppy gets its name. It is a popular ornamental and horticultural plant, but it is difficult to grow, so its cultivation is limited.
Sulphur poppy
Sulphur poppy is a perennial herb. Unusually, it has two distinct growth habits: when growing high on mountainsides, in scree piles, or other high elevation less ideal sites, it assumes a dwarf form with only one or a few flowers. In more ideal conditions at lower altitudes, it can be two to four times taller and have profuse foliage and blooms.
Meconopsis wilsonii
Meconopsis wilsonii is sometimes grown ornamentally for its large and elegant drooping purple flowers. This plant is relatively new to ornamental growth. It is valued for the long-blooming flowers which are a good height for the middle or back of beds and borders. Meconopsis wilsonii gets its name from the botanist who identified it, Ernest Henry Chinese Wilson (1876 – 1930).
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All Species of Himalayan poppy
More Popular Genus
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
Your Ultimate Guide to Plants
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17,000 local species +400,000 global species studied
Nearly 5 years of research
80+ scholars in botany and gardening
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A database of 400000+ plants
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