Papaver cambricum
Papaver cambricum, commonly known as the Welsh poppy, is a delicate perennial wildflower native to Western Europe. Characterized by its striking bright yellow petals and slender stems, this charming plant thrives in woodland settings. While primarily admired for its beauty, it holds a significant place in botanical and ecological studies.
- Scientific name: Papaver cambricum
- Family: Papaveraceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Papaver cambricum, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae within the order Ranunculales. Furthermore, it is a member of the Papaveraceae family and falls under the genus Papaver.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ranunculales | WCVP |
| Family | Papaveraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Papaver | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is primarily found across several regions within Northern Europe. Its presence is well-documented in the country of Denmark. It also grows naturally throughout the territories of Great Britain and Ireland. Furthermore, its distribution extends to the Scandinavian nations of Norway and Sweden. These specific locations define its primary geographical range.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |