Celandine Poppy
Stylophorum diphyllum
| Common Name: | Celandine poppy (a.k.a. wood poppy, yellow poppy) |
| Scientific Name: | Stylophorum diphyllum |
| Family: | Papaveraceae |
| Growth Form: | Herb |
| Native Range: | Indeterminate: some consider it of European origin, while others think it is native to the |
| Invasive Range: | |
| Introduction: | Because the origin of the celandine poppy is unknown, its introduction cannot be determined. It is currently sold as an ornamental plant. It propagates by seed. |
| Description: | ·Leaves: Blue-green. Many rounded pinnate lobes. 10-25 cm (4-10 in.) long. Wavy margins. Arise basally.
·Stem: Can grow 30-40 cm (12-18 in.) tall. Bright yellow sap when broken. ·Flowers: Yellow, cup-shaped, 4 petals, 5 cm (2 in.) in diameter. One pistil, numerous stamens. Present May through June. ·Fruit: Silver seedpod. Bristly. Ovate. Many seeds. |
| Threats: | The celandine poppy does not cause harm in areas where it has naturalized. It is generally thought to be an aesthetically pleasing addition to many landscapes. |
| Fun Facts: | Celandine, an herbal medicine made from the celandine poppy is used to treat stomach, liver, and gallbladder problems. Native Americans used the sap to make yellow dye. |
Growth habit
Leaf
Broken leaf, showing sap