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(Argemone ochroleuca)
Pale Mexican Prickly Poppy (Argemone ochroleuca)
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Francisco Farriols Sarabia
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Photo by: Francisco Farriols Sarabia | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Rights Holder: Francisco Farriols Sarabia | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2017-01-30T13:19:01-08:00 |
Estimated Native Range
Climate Requirements for Bayamón, Puerto Rico
| This Plant | Your Site | Plant Suitability for Your Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Precipitation | 0" - 101" | 72" | Aquatic | Aquatic |
| • High Temp. | 60°F - 106°F | 91°F | Your summer temperatures are normal for this plant. | Excellent |
| • Low Temp. | 21°F - 66°F | 66°F | Your winter temperatures are normal for this plant | Excellent |
This plant may not grow well at your location - your precipitation is too high.
Summary
Argemone ochroleuca, commonly known as Pale Mexican Prickly Poppy, is a perennial herb native to the open woodlands and scrublands of Mexico. It can grow up to 3 feet 3 inches tall and is characterized by its spiny stems and lobed leaves. The plant produces large, showy white to yellow flowers with a central boss of stamens, blooming from late spring to early fall. The sap is a distinctive sticky yellow, which can be seen when the plant is cut or damaged.
Pale Mexican Prickly Poppy is valued for its striking flowers and its ability to thrive in poor, disturbed soils, making it a potential choice for xeriscaping and restoration projects in suitable climates. It requires minimal maintenance once established and is drought-tolerant, preferring full sun and well-drained soils. However, its invasive potential should be considered before planting, as it can spread rapidly and outcompete native vegetation. It is not recommended for areas where it is known to be invasive.CC BY-SA 4.0
Pale Mexican Prickly Poppy is valued for its striking flowers and its ability to thrive in poor, disturbed soils, making it a potential choice for xeriscaping and restoration projects in suitable climates. It requires minimal maintenance once established and is drought-tolerant, preferring full sun and well-drained soils. However, its invasive potential should be considered before planting, as it can spread rapidly and outcompete native vegetation. It is not recommended for areas where it is known to be invasive.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 1.5-3 feet
- Width: 1-2 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: White
- Flowering Season: Spring, Summer
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun
- Water: Low
- Drainage: Fast
Common Uses
Border Plant, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Low Maintenance
Natural Habitat
Native to the open woodlands and scrublands of Mexico
Other Names
Common Names: Crested Pricklypoppy, Pale Prickly Poppy, Pale Mexican Pricklypoppy, Pale Mexican-Poppy, Prickly-Poppy, White-Flower Mexican-Poppy, White Prickly Poppy
Scientific Names: Argemone ochroleuca, Argemone intermedia var. typica, Argemone ochroleuca var. barclayana, Argemone ochroleuca var. stenophylla, Argemone sulphurea
GBIF Accepted Name: Argemone ochroleuca