Is Prickly Poppy safe for pets?

No, Prickly Poppy (Argemone Subfusiformis) is toxic to cats and dogs. Keep it out of reach of pets.

Is Prickly Poppy easy to care for?

Prickly Poppy has a easy care difficulty rating. It requires medium watering and full_sun light.

Can Prickly Poppy grow indoors?

Prickly Poppy is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Prickly Poppy (Argemone Subfusiformis) is a annual or biennial herb in the Papaveraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Argemone subfusiformis is a herbaceous plant known for its large yellow flowers and thorny leaves.

Last updated: February 2026

Prickly Poppy

Argemone Subfusiformis

Argemone subfusiformis is a herbaceous plant known for its large yellow flowers and thorny leaves.

Quick Facts

Type

herb

Lifecycle

annual or biennial

Care Difficulty

Easy

Water Needs

Moderate

Light

Full Sun

Hardiness Zones

8-11

Safety

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Not Pet Safe

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Not Child Safe

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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:ornamental, pollinator attractant, drought tolerant groundcover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Prickly Poppy

Jan

Prune

Feb

Fertilize

Mar

Repot

Apr

Water+

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

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Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Papaveraceae

Genus:Argemone