red horned poppy

The red horned poppy (Glaucium corniculatum) is a plant species belonging to the poppy family, Papaveraceae. It is native to continental Europe and is characterized by its smaller size compared to other horned poppies, with crimson flowers that often feature black spots at the base of their petals.1

Horned poppies, in general, are often found in salt-tolerant environments and have been used to stabilize beach sand. They can be annuals, biennials, or perennials, typically exuding a yellowish latex and possessing hairy, lobed leaves. The genus name "horned poppy" comes from the small, horn-shaped stigma found on the elongated fruit of some species. The poppy family, Papaveraceae, includes about 2,200 species across 48 genera, many of which are cultivated as ornamentals.12