Dendromecon rigida
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Bush poppy
Bush poppy is an evergreen small shrub, 6 feet wide by 6 feet tall (rarely exceeding 10 feet tall).
It is a dependable source of early Spring color. The Bush Poppy blooms from mid Winter through Spring and usually has a few flowers much of the rest of the year.
It grows in an upright fashion. Like most natives it will only tolerate infrequent deep Summer irrigation.
The striking large bright yellow flowers bloom in late winter to mid-spring.
Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
Water: Dry, Light, Moderate
Soil: Clay, Loam, Sand, Rocky
Other: Attracts Birds, Drought Tolerant, Erosion Control
| Ecological Value | Stabilizes creek banks and marsh edges to help prevent erosion and provide cover and food for small birds. |
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| Container | D-40 |
| Historical Uses | Long slim stems were used by Native Americans for basket weaving and are still used by present-day crafters. Some Plateau Indian tribes ate the berries to treat colds and slow bleeding. |
| Distribution | Native to California and also found outside of California, but confined to western North America. |
| Elevation | Between 0 and 5900 feet |
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| Habitat | Dry slopes and washes, and prefer areas that have just been burned. |
