Dicranostigma leptopodum

Synonyms

Dicranostigma franchetianum

Annual Biennial Herbaceous Perennial

A biennial or short-lived perennial, to around 50cm high, with basal rosettes of long, deeply lobed and toothed green leaves. Slender, upright stems bear loose clusters of 2-5 bright yellow flowers, with delicate, poppy-like petals, from late spring into summer. Plants produce yellow latex when cut

Position

Full sun

Soil Types

Chalk, Loam, Sand

Max Height

0.5-1 metres

Max Spread

0.1-0.5 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
1–2 years
Max Spread
0.1-0.5 metres
Max Height
0.5-1 metres

Growing Conditions

Chalk Loam Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained or Well–drained
pH
Acid or Alkaline or Neutral

Position

Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H5

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Papaveraceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Clump forming
Genus
A genus of poppy-like flowering plants native to the Himalayas and Western China. They produce a basal rosette of blue-green thistle-leaf like foliage and bright yellow flowers
Name Status
Correct

How to Grow

Cultivation

Thrives in full sun in moist but well-drained soil. Protect from excess winter wet

Propagation

Propagate by seed; plants often self-seed in place

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Gravel garden
  • Wildflower meadow
  • Banks and slopes

Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free