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genusgenusEnchanting flowering plants known for their delicate, tissue-paper-like petals and distinctive seed pods that rattle when dry. These sun-loving bloomers produce flowers in vibrant shades ranging from fiery reds to soft pastels, creating stunning displays in gardens and wild meadows.
Etymology
The name 'Papaver' comes from the Latin word 'papa,' meaning 'food' or 'milk,' referring to the milky sap that flows from the stems when cut.
Interesting fact!
Each flower capsule can contain up to 30,000 tiny seeds, which ancient civilizations used not only as a food source but also to create some of the earliest known oil paintings.
