West Sacramento is enjoying the California Golden Poppies in bloom this year in the landscaping along Jefferson Boulevard. The poppy was selected as the state flower by the California State Floral Society in December 1890 and April 6th of each year is designated "California Poppy Day".
Trivia: California poppy leaves were used medicinally by Native Americans, and the pollen was used cosmetically. The seeds are used in cooking. Extract from the California poppy acts as a mild sedative when smoked.
~ Barbara
Tuesday, April 8, 2008
April 6 was California Poppy Day
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Flowers and Trees
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1 comment:
The color is nice. I can never keep poppies alive here. Maybe I shouldnt buy them at Wal-Mart.
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