Arctomecon californica
California Bearpoppy, Golden Bearclaw Poppy
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Papaveraceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Arctomecon californica (commonly known as California bearpoppy or Golden Bearclaw-Poppy) is a herbaceous perennial within the Papaveraceae family. It is found natively in North America. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with desert or dry shrubland conditions.
Macro Climate
Arid
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southwestern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Arizona, Nevada, Utah