Arctic poppy, Alaskan Poppy, Iceland Poppy, Icelandic Poppy
It is a temperate plant. It grows naturally in Northern sub-arctic regions. It grows on stony or gravelly soils. It prefers a well drained sandy soil in a sunny position. It can grow in partial shade. It cannot tolerate wet soils. It suits hardiness zones 2-10.
Synonyms
- Papaver alpinum var. croceum (Ledeb.) Ledeb.
- Papaver miyabeanum
- Papaver croceum Ledeb.
- Papaver nudicaule ssp. aurantiacum (DC.) Fedde
Edible Portion
- Leaves, Seeds
Where does Arctic poppy grow?
Found in: Afghanistan, Alaska, Arctic, Argentina, Australia, China, India, Kalmuk, Kasakhstan, Korea, Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia, North America, Pakistan, Russia, Siberia, South America, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Tasmania, Uzbekistan
Notes: There are 50-80 Papaver species.
Growing Arctic poppy, Alaskan Poppy, Iceland Poppy, Icelandic Poppy
Cultivation: Plants can be grown from seed. They are best sown directly where they are to grow. The seeds are scattered and raked in lightly. Seedlings can be transplanted. Plants should be 15 cm apart. Plants can be grown by division if it is done with care. Root cuttings will grow.
Edible Uses: CAUTION: The leaves may be slightly toxic. The leaves are cooked and eaten. The seed is eaten raw or cooked.
Production: It is a short lived perennial often grown as an annual or biennial.
Nutrition Info
per 100g edible portion| Edible Part | Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Iron (mg) | Vitamin A (ug) | Vitamin c (mg) | Zinc (mg) | % Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | - | - | - | - | - |
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