Stylophorum diphyllum

Stylophorum diphyllum

Poppy-Celandine, Wood Poppy

Photo Credit: Susan Martin


Stylophorum diphyllum

Poppy-Celandine, Wood Poppy

Native to moist woodlands in Eastern North America, this critter resistant spring wildflower produces bright yellow, 1-2” diameter, poppy-like blooms that open from silver felted buds above the fresh green foliage. Best in rich, moist soil; may go summer dormant in drought conditions. Naturalizes in optimum environments.

Plant Details

  • Zone: 4 - 9
  • Height: 12-18"
  • Spread: 10-12"
  • Exposure: Full Shade, Part Shade
  • Soil Moisture: Low Water Needs, Moderate Water Needs
  • Drought tolerant: No
  • Bloom time: Early Spring, Late Spring, Mid-Spring
  • Foliage Color: Green Shades
  • Flower Color: Yellow-Gold Shades
  • Fragrant: No
  • Good Cut Flower: No
  • Native: Native Species
  • Deer resistant: Yes
  • Rabbit resistant: Yes
  • Bee-friendly: Yes
  • Attracts butterflies: No
  • Attracts hummingbirds: No
  • Groundcover: No
  • Roy Diblik Favorite: No

Plant Details

  • Zone: 4 - 9
  • Height: 12-18"
  • Spread: 10-12"
  • Exposure: Full Shade, Part Shade
  • Soil Moisture: Low Water Needs, Moderate Water Needs
  • Drought tolerant: No
  • Bloom time: Early Spring, Late Spring, Mid-Spring
  • Foliage Color: Green Shades
  • Flower Color: Yellow-Gold Shades
  • Fragrant: No
  • Good Cut Flower: No
  • Native: Native Species
  • Bee-friendly: Yes
  • Deer resistant: Yes
  • Rabbit resistant: Yes
  • Attracts butterflies: No
  • Attracts hummingbirds: No
  • Groundcover: No
  • Roy Diblik Favorite: No

Grower Information

  • PowerPlug Size(s): 32s
  • Optimal Planting Time: Spring
  • Retail Sales Window: Spring
  • Moisture in Production: Consistent
  • Requires Shade in Production: Yes
  • Vernalization Required for Bloom: Yes
  • Vernalization Beneficial: No