Field poppy

Papaver rhoeas, commonly known as the corn poppy or field poppy, is an annual flowering plant native to Europe, North Africa, and Asia. It is famous for its vibrant red petals with dark spots at the base, surrounding a prominent black center. The flowers bloom from late spring to early summer, adorning fields, meadows, and roadsides with their striking colors. Papaver rhoeas has cultural significance and is often associated with remembrance due to its prevalence in fields after World War I, inspiring the poem “In Flanders Fields”. Additionally, it has historical and medicinal uses, although caution is advised due to its toxicity.

Offenbach, Germany, 06/2018
BacklitOffenbach, Germany, 06/2018Julian Auch
Detail, Offenbach, Germany, 06/2018
BacklitDetail, Offenbach, Germany, 06/2018Julian Auch
Papaver Rhoes, 1845
CyanotypePapaver Rhoes, 1845Anna Atkins

Field poppy

Scientific Name
Papaver rhoeas
Family
Papaveraceae
Order
Ranunculales
Lifespan
Annual
Blossom Color
Red
Blossom Symmetry
Radial
Phyllotaxis
Alternate