Blue Poppy (Meconopsis grandis)

Family: Papaveraceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Meconopsis grandis is a PERENNIAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in) by 1 m (3ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5. It is in flower in June, and the seeds ripen in August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid and neutral soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland).

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Nuts/Seeds

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Seed - roasted and pickled. — Seed - roasted and pickled.

Habitat & North American Range

Shady places amongst shrubs at elevations of 3000 - 5000 metres in Nepal. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)