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Glaucium leiocarpum

Glaucium leiocarpum Boiss.
Glaucium leiocarpum
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Glaucium leiocarpum is a species in the genus Glaucium, belonging to the family Papaveraceae. It was first described by Boiss. in 1867.

Description

Glaucium leiocarpum is a member of the Papaveraceae family, commonly known as the poppy family. This species was formally described by the botanist Boiss. in 1867. The genus Glaucium includes several species of flowering plants, many of which are found in temperate regions. Glaucium leiocarpum shares characteristics typical of the Papaveraceae, such as showy flowers and capsule fruits. It is distinguished by specific morphological traits that set it apart from other members of the genus.

Synonyms

Glaucium corniculatum var. leiocarpum

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