Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00000922
11/12/99
Macleaya microcarpa
Hardiness Zones: 3 to 9
Height: 8 ft Spread: 4 ft
Type: herbaceous perennial
Flowers: White
Comments: M. microcarpa is quite similar to M. cordata
except for the flower color which is white flushed with
pink. The leaves are attractively lobed and gray on the
lower surface. The plant will tend to spread vigorously
and will be invasive on good sites. It grows in full sun
or shade but tends to spread more rapidly in shade.
Cultivars:
'Coral Plume' - Flower with more pink than the species.
References for Cultivars: Weston Nurseries, 1994.
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