Romneya coulteri - Matilija Poppy (Plant) Spanish Birds use for shelter and

Birds use for shelter and building nests

Forage source for the Western Tiger Swallowtail

It is a readable approach to plant identification in the wild for the beginner or the professional botanist

and coast to desert

open closed-cone forest near coast

Romneya coulteri - Matilija Poppy (Plant) Spanish Birds use for shelter andOne of California's most spectacular and best known flowers, this rare plant is known as the "fried egg flower" for its huge white and yellow blooms. Once established, it can spread over a large area. Can be invasive. Plant Characteristics Family Name Papaveraceae Species Name Romneya coulteri Common Name Matilija Poppy Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Any Flower Color White, Cream, Yellow, Gold