Papaver nudicaule (previously P. croceum, P. amurense, P. miyabeanum, and P. macounii)
This is hardy but short-lived perennial that grows large, papery, bowl-shaped flowers. Flowers can be yellow, orange, pink, or white. The stem is hairy and curved.
Other poppy spp.
Prefers light, well-drained soil, full sun, and cooler climates. It is commonly cultivated in gardens.
Toxic alkaloids, specifically the benzophenanthidine alkaloid chelidonine, which is contained in all parts of the plant
Horses, cattle, sheep, small animals
Restlessness, excitement, incoordination, spasms, falling
Bloat, reduced milk yield
Presence of plant material in stomach
History
Remove animals from affected pasture; symptomatic treatment
Good as this plant is rarely fatal
Remove plants from paddocks
Tuesday, 22 February 2011
