Arctic poppy

Oreomecon radicata · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Arctic poppy, scientifically known as Oreomecon radicata, is a resilient perennial found in the harsh, windswept tundra of the Arctic. Renowned for its striking yellow blooms, this specialist plant possesses unique phytochemical properties. Historically, it has been studied for its medicinal potential in treating inflammation and supporting cellular health.

Family
Papaveraceae
Native range
Europe
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Arctic Poppy · Rooted Poppy
Scientific synonyms
Papaver Nudicaule Var. Radicatum · Papaver Relictum Var. Steindorssonianum · 52 more

Names and Synonyms

Common Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Oreomecon radicata

Synonyms

Regional and Traditional Names

German:

  • Arktischer Mohn

French:

  • Pavot arctique

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is classified within the order Ranunculales and the family Papaveraceae. Finally, its taxonomic designation is completed by its placement in the genus Oreomecon.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Ranunculales
Family Papaveraceae
Genus Oreomecon

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant, known as Oreomecon radicaata, exhibits a specific distribution across several regions in Northern Europe. Its presence can be identified in the rugged landscapes of Iceland and the Faroe Islands. Furthermore, it is found growing within the territories of Norway and Sweden. The species also extends its range to the remote, arctic environment of Svalbard. Collectively, these locations highlight its preference for the northernmost parts of the continent.

Region Area
Northern Europe Føroyar
Northern Europe Iceland
Northern Europe Norway
Northern Europe Svalbard
Northern Europe Sweden
Eastern Europe North European Russia

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Oreomecon radicata has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Dihydrosanguinarine, SANGUINARINE.

Chemicals reported in Oreomecon radicata
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Dihydrosanguinarine 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
SANGUINARINE 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Dihydrosanguinarine

  1. The Journal of the Association of Physicians of India

SANGUINARINE

  1. The Journal of the Association of Physicians of India