meconopsis

/ ˌmɛkəˈnɒpsɪs /

noun

1. any plant of the mostly Asiatic papaveraceous genus Meconopsis, esp M. betonicifolia (the Tibetan or blue poppy), grown for its showy sky-blue flowers. M. cambrica is the Welsh poppy

Word History and Origins

Origin of meconopsis¹

New Latin, from Greek mēkōn poppy + -opsis

Example Sentences

In a write-up where he has listed all the seeds collected, Mr Brown wrote: "Every one of you will receive a few seeds of this treasure, and also the Meconopsis and Rheum noted above."

From BBC

Connoisseurs know the poppies by their botanic name, meconopsis.

From Washington Post

Grace Morris’s interest in mountain ash, Asiatic maples, primulas, meconopsis and species rhododendrons — most grown from seed — not only sets the tone for the garden but also has directed their travels through the years.

From Washington Post

The primulas, meconopsis and rhododendrons, along with some handsome magnolias, represent a floral richness that is unfortunately denied Washington gardeners.

From Washington Post

Sure, we have blue gentians, corydalis and meconopsis.

From Seattle Times