Roemeria refracta, the spotted Asia-poppy, is an annual, hairy herbaceous plant of the genus Roemeria and the family Papaveraceae. The plant is 4 to 50 cm tall. The petals are red with a black spot at the base. Sometimes there is a white border around the black spot. Also, in a variety of this plant, the petals are white. The fruit is a narrow, dehiscent capsule 2 to 8 cm long. Geographical distribution: Turkey, Iran, Caucasus, Transcaucasus, Turkmenistan, Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Spotted asian poppy has good disease resistance and is generally unlikely to develop diseases. It can, however, be vulnerable to pests and illnesses present in its surroundings. Those infections are typically not severe. Regarding care, this plant needs moderate maintenance. It should be pruned regularly to keep a neat appearance and encourage healthy growth. Applying fertilizer can also help stimulate flowering. Spotted asian poppy is appropriate for anyone with an outdoor area, such as a garden or patio, and does not demand extensive gardening experience. It may need extra attention if grown indoors.
How to keep Roemeria Refracta.
Fertilizer
Spotted asian poppy does well with regular, low-strength fertilizer applications to encourage healthy leaf growth. Fertilize Spotted asian poppy about once a month during the summer. Nitrogen is important for foliage, and providing nitrogen-rich sources helps Spotted asian poppy thrive.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Herb
- Life Cycle
- Annual
- Genus
- Roemeria
- Family
- Papaveraceae
- Leaf Type
- Semi-evergreen
Other names.
