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California Poppy

Eschscholzia californica

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The California Poppy (Eschscholzia californica) is a species in the genus Eschscholzia. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (Seychelles, South Africa), Asia (4 countries), Europe (23 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (6 countries).

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Names in Other Languages

Spanish amapola de California
French Pavot de Californie
German Kalifornienmohn
Portuguese goivo

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of California Poppy?
The scientific name of California Poppy is Eschscholzia californica. It belongs to the genus Eschscholzia.
Where does California Poppy live?
California Poppy is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Seychelles, South Africa), Asia (4 countries), Europe (23 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (6 countries).. Countries include Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Croatia.
What family does California Poppy belong to?
California Poppy (Eschscholzia californica) belongs to the genus Eschscholzia, which is part of the taxonomic family Papaveraceae.
What kingdom does California Poppy belong to?
California Poppy (Eschscholzia californica) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).
What are the closest relatives of California Poppy?
The closest relatives of California Poppy in the genus Eschscholzia include frying-pans, tufted California-poppy.

Native Range — 38 Countries

Genus Eschscholzia — 3 Species

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