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Description
Stylophorum Lasiocarpum, commonly known as the hairy-seed poppy or celandine poppy, is a perennial flowering plant that belongs to the Papaveraceae family. It is native to the eastern United States and can be found growing in shaded areas, such as woodlands, along streams, and in moist meadows.The plant typically grows up to 2 feet in height and spreads up to 1.5 feet wide. It produces large, bright yellow flowers that bloom from April to June. The flowers have four petals and a prominent central cone of stamens. After flowering, the plant produces distinctive seed pods that are covered in fine hairs.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain| Eukarya|| Kingdom| Plantae|| Phylum| Anthophyta|| Class| Magnoliopsida|| Order| Ranunculales|| Family| Papaveraceae|| Genus| Stylophorum || Species| Lasiocarpum |
Appearance
Stylophorum Lasiocarpum has a unique appearance with large, lobed leaves that are blue-green in color and covered in fine hairs. The leaves can grow up to 12 inches in length and have a distinct odor when crushed. The plant produces large, showy yellow flowers that are approximately 2 inches in diameter. The flowers are held above the foliage on long stalks and have four petals and a prominent central cone of stamens. After flowering, the plant produces distinctive seed pods that are covered in fine hairs and can be up to 4 inches long.
Care Guide
Stylophorum Lasiocarpum is a relatively low-maintenance plant that prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial to full shade. It can be grown in hardiness zones 4 to 8.Water: Water the plant regularly during the growing season, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged.Fertilization: Fertilize the plant in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.Soil: The plant prefers well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter.Sunlight: Stylophorum Lasiocarpum prefers partial to full shade.Hardiness Zones: The plant can be grown in hardiness zones 4 to 8.
Common Pests & Diseases
Stylophorum Lasiocarpum is relatively pest and disease resistant, but it may occasionally be affected by powdery mildew, leaf spot, and slugs.
Habitat
Stylophorum Lasiocarpum is native to the eastern United States and can be found growing in shaded areas, such as woodlands, along streams, and in moist meadows.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Stylophorum Lasiocarpum toxic to pets?
A: Yes, the plant is toxic to pets and can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and other symptoms if ingested.Q: Can Stylophorum Lasiocarpum be grown in containers?
A: Yes, the plant can be grown in containers as long as it is provided with moist, well-drained soil and partial to full shade.Q: How often should Stylophorum Lasiocarpum be fertilized?
A: The plant should be fertilized once a year in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.Q: How tall does Stylophorum Lasiocarpum grow?
A: The plant typically grows up to 2 feet in height.
Related Plants
Here are some related plants to Stylophorum Lasiocarpum:- Chelidonium majus (Greater Celandine)- Papaver nudicaule (Iceland Poppy)- Papaver somniferum (Opium Poppy)- Papaver rhoeas (Common Poppy)
References
– “Stylophorum Lasiocarpum.” Missouri Botanical Garden. Accessed September 30, 2021. http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/plantfinder/plantfinderdetails.aspx?taxonid=282230&isprofile=0&.- “Stylophorum Lasiocarpum.” Plant Finder. Accessed September 30, 2021. https://www.gardenia.net/plant/stylophorum-lasiocarpum-hairy-seed-poppy.- “Stylophorum Lasiocarpum.” North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox. Accessed September 30, 2021. https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/stylophorum-lasiocarpum/.
