Hylomecon vernalis
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Summary
Source: WikipediaHylomecon vernalis is a species of flowering plant in the family Papaveraceae, native to China, Korea and the Russian Far East. It was first described by Karl Maximovich in 1859. It is known as the forest poppy.
Description
A temperate herbaceous plant in the Papaveraceae family.
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Edible Uses
The shoots are edible.
Known Hazards
A caution is associated with consumption of the shoots.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, China, Korea, Russia,
Synonyms
Chelidonium vernale (Maxim.) Ohwi
References (1)
- Lee, Y. M., 2014 Important Plants of East Asia II: Endemic Plant Stories. East Asia Biodiversity Conservation Network p 88
