Eschscholzia californica

Eschscholzia californica

by | May 24, 2010 | Farm Blog, Flora and Fauna, Native Plants

The California Poppy (Eschscholzia californica) was selected as the State flower by the California State Floral Society, in December 1890.  Other native flowers under consideration at the time were the Mariposa Lily (Calochortus), and Matilija Poppy (Romneya).  The...