About Bristly Matilija Poppy
Plant Family: Papaveraceae
Plant Type: Perennial Shrub
Size: Flower stalk to 8' high, spreading to 20' W
Growth Habit: Upright, spiky; spreads by rhizomes
Deciduous/Evergreen: Summer deciduous
Growth Rate: Fast
Sun Exposure: Sun
Soil Preference: Well-draining
Water Requirements: Drought-tolerant
Cold Hardy to: 20 degrees F
Flower Season: May-July
Flower Color: White, yellow center
Endangered?: Not listed
Distribution: Western South Coast, Peninsular Range, into northern Baja
Natural Habitat: Dry washes and canyons below 3,300'
Photo Credit: Keir Morse via Calscape