California Poppy
Botanical Name: Eschscholzia californica
Family Name: Papaveraceae
Plant Description: Delicate plant with bright orange flowers
Ecosystem: Dry fields, open slopes
Size: 15–60 cm
Shape: Finely divided leaves and upright flowers
Geographical Origin: Western USA
Current Distribution: North America, Australia
Flower Shapes and Colours: Cup-shaped, orange to yellow
Seed Types and Size: Small, black seeds in long pods
Uses: Calming agent, ornamental
Parts Used: Whole plant
Medicinal Uses: Mild sedative, supports sleep
Planetary Influences: Moon
Metaphysical Uses: Peace, dream work
Elemental Association: Water