About the Californian Poppy
The Californian poppy (Eschscholzia californica) is a vibrant, sun-loving flower native to the western United States. Known for its brilliant orange petals, it is the official state flower of California and thrives in dry, open areas.
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- Its petals close at night and on cloudy days.
- Also known as "cup of gold" and "California sunlight".
- It was named by naturalist Adelbert von Chamisso in 1816.
🌼 Did you know? The Californian poppy's seeds can lie dormant for years and then suddenly bloom after a fire or rain.
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Wikipedia Page USDA Forest Service