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Poppy
| Flower Name | Poppy |
| Botanical Name | Papaver Rhoeas |
| Origin | Europe – England and Greece |
| Colours | Red, White, Pink, Yellow, Orange, Blue and doubles |
| Meaning | Remembrance, eternal life, fertility, magic |
For Australians, the poppy is particularly meaningful as the flower of the Anzacs and a sign of remembrance. Poppies can also symbolise beauty, magic, fertility and eternal life.
Most often seen as a vibrant red bloom, the poppy is a wildflower which is native to England and other parts of Europe. It is found growing naturally throughout Europe as well as parts of Africa and Asia.
The poppy bloom is short and broad and will feature anywhere between four and six petals.
Ancient Egyptians would once decorate the entrance to a tomb with poppy flowers. In china the poppy appears in many folk tales as well as artwork. It is seen as a representation of the loyalty between lovers.
