Romneya coulteri - Matilija Poppy (Plant) Spanish and coast to desert

and coast to desert

especially hairstreaks and blues

open closed-cone forest near coast

Hummingbirds love it

Birds use for shelter and building nests

Romneya coulteri - Matilija Poppy (Plant) Spanish and coast to desertOne 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