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Papaver bracteatum
Papaver bracteatum, also known as the Iranian poppy, is a sturdy perennial poppy with large deep red flowers up to 8 inches (20 cm) across on stiff stalks up to 4 feet (1.22 metres) high with a prominent black spot near the base of the petals. It is related to the commonly cultivated oriental poppy, Papaver orientale.
Privat garden
Spotted on May 8, 2011
Submitted on May 9, 2011
18 Comments
Thanks @Leuba
stunning colours !
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Thanks @Megan
What fantastic photos, just beautiful!
Thanks @Dangermouse
A beautiful set of photos, thanks for sharing them with us. :)
Thanks!
Lovely!
I think opium is extracted from the Papaver somniferum, but yes, they look alike.
This spotting remind me documentary on Opium fields in Afghanistan during Russian occupancy.
@Greeneda Thanks!
@Greeneda I like to tell stories with my pictures :-)
Better late than never. Thanks. I think you're right on the species.
@dandoucette, It took a while to get back on this one. In the end I think it has to be Papaver Bracteatum
@dandoucette, I'll try to find out and will let you know.
any idea on the species? I love the purple cap to the seed pod!
Very nice pictures.