The Ubiquitous "California Poppy" (Photo by Zhou Jiaxin in Irvine, CA)
The state flower of California is called the "California Poppy," also known as the golden poppy. In botanical classification, it belongs to a different genus from the opium poppy, despite being in the same family. Its petite orange flowers resemble small goblets. In Southern California, it can be found almost everywhere: in fields, along roadsides, in corners, and gardens, showcasing its resilient vitality.
Being the state flower, many California residents also enjoy planting the California Poppy in their homes. The charming and vibrant orange flowers sway in the wind, exuding a natural and lively atmosphere.
春天，隨處可見的加州州花（周加新攝於美國加州爾灣市）
美國加州的州花叫「加州罌粟」，也叫花棱草。在植物分類學中，它和毒品罌粟同科不同屬，花朵矮小、橙色，形似小酒盅。在南加州幾乎到處可見它的身影：田頭、路邊、牆角和花園裡，可見它生命力的頑強。
因為是州花，所以好多加州居民家也喜歡種「加州罌粟」。橙色的小花朵，既嫵媚又熱烈，一叢叢隨風搖曳，充滿自然氣息。
