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Eschscholzia californica
Californian poppy is found in South Africa and India and probably in many places around the globe. You can find more info about this poppy from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Californian...
Spotted on Aug 22, 2010
Submitted on Aug 25, 2012
6 Comments
Yeah the place where I found it seemed amazing to me as well. That is why I was in doubt.
I did not know it grew in South Africa. Now I am pretty convinced that its Californian poppy. Thanks for the ID Wendy.
I have see the map where you found it...what amazing topography! Guess there aren't many gardens that high up! so yes very interesting!
In South Africa, it is part of most gardens; grows like a weed in my garden! Think it was brought over due for ornamental purposes.
Hi Wendy Clapham, I thought it would be Eschscholtzia californica but I wonder how it reached India.
Yes it is - Eschscholtzia californica
Bright and pretty! Also used in herbal medicine for it's calming effects.