flatbud pricklypoppy
Argemone munita Durand & Hilg.
Argemone munita, known as flatbud pricklypoppy, is a species in the Papaveraceae family. It is native to California and extends into Arizona, Nevada, and Baja California. This plant is characterized by its many long prickles, as indicated by the species name 'munita', meaning 'armed'.
Description
Argemone munita is a prickly poppy species that grows in the western United States and parts of Mexico. It is commonly found in California, particularly in the western and desert regions, as well as along roadsides. The plant can be found at elevations up to 10,000 feet. Its range also includes Arizona, Nevada, and Baja California. The species is distinguished by its numerous long prickles.
Other common names
flatbud pricklypoppy
Distribution
Arizona · California · Idaho · Mexico Northwest · Nevada · Oregon · Utah
Synonyms
Argemone mexicana var. hispidaArgemone munita var. argenteaArgemone munita subsp. munitaArgemone platyceras subvar. rotundata