Papaver somniferum

Opium Poppy at Paddys River, ACT

Papaver somniferum at Paddys River, ACT - 15 Oct 2016
Papaver somniferum at Paddys River, ACT - 15 Oct 2016
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Identification history

Papaver somniferum 24 Nov 2016 michaelb

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On the western side of the Murrumbidgee River, north of Tharwa.

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Sighting information

  • 16 - 100 Abundance
  • 15 Oct 2016 12:00 AM Recorded on
  • michaelb Recorded by

Additional information

  • True In flower
  • 30cm to 1 metre Plant height

Species information

  • Papaver somniferum Scientific name
  • Opium Poppy Common name
  • Not Sensitive
  • Exotic
  • Minor Weed or Pest
  • Up to 727.9m Recorded at altitude
  • Machine learning
  • In flower
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  • Synonyms

    papaver somniferum subsp somniferum

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