Poppy anemone (kalanit) Anemone coronaria
Poppy anemone (kalanit) (Anemone coronaria) is an evergreen perennial flowering plant in the Ranunculaceae family, native to Mediterranean basin. It grows 20–45 cm (8–18 in) tall and 15–25 cm (6–10 in) wide, wants full sun and moderate water, and is hardy to about -10 °C (14 °F). Space plants about 12 cm (5 in) apart.
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Poppy anemone (kalanit) at a glance
| Type | Perennial flowering plant, evergreen |
|---|---|
| Family | Ranunculaceae |
| Mature height | 20–45 cm (8–18 in) |
| Mature spread | 15–25 cm (6–10 in) |
| Spacing | 12 cm (5 in) centre to centre |
| Sun | Full sun, at least 6 h of direct sun a day |
| Water | Moderate; drought tolerance low, waterlogging tolerance none |
| Soil pH | 6.5–8 |
| Cold hardiness | About -10 °C (14 °F) once established (roughly USDA zone 8) |
| Heat stress | Likely above about 28 °C (82 °F) |
| Flowering | from about March for 4–9 weeks (northern hemisphere; later in cold climates, earlier in warm ones) |
| Wind tolerance | None |
| Pollinator value | High |
| Edible | Not grown as food |
| Native to | Mediterranean basin |
| Common in gardens of | 🇮🇱 Israel, 🇮🇹 Italy, 🇫🇷 France, 🇬🇷 Greece, 🇹🇷 Turkey, 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, 🇳🇱 Netherlands, 🇺🇸 United States, 🇯🇵 Japan, 🇦🇺 Australia |
Is Poppy anemone (kalanit) toxic?
- People: moderately toxic
- Cats: moderately toxic
- Dogs: moderately toxic
- Parts: all parts
Like other buttercup relatives it contains protoanemonin: irritates the mouth and gut, and sap can blister skin.
If a child or pet may have eaten part of a plant, call a poison centre or vet straight away.
Companion planting: what to grow with Poppy anemone (kalanit)
No well-documented helpful pairing. Group it with plants that like full sun and moderate water.
Questions about Poppy anemone (kalanit)
- How far apart should I plant Poppy anemone (kalanit)?
- About 12 cm (5 in) apart, centre to centre. A mature plant spreads 15–25 cm (6–10 in).
- Does Poppy anemone (kalanit) need full sun?
- Full sun: at least 6 hours of direct sun a day.
- How much water does Poppy anemone (kalanit) need?
- Moderate water. Drought tolerance is low and waterlogging tolerance none.
- How cold-hardy is Poppy anemone (kalanit)?
- It tolerates about -10 °C (14 °F) once established, roughly USDA zone 8.
- When does Poppy anemone (kalanit) flower?
- From about March for 4–9 weeks (northern hemisphere; later in cold climates, earlier in warm ones).
- Is Poppy anemone (kalanit) poisonous to cats and dogs?
- For cats it is moderately toxic; for dogs moderately toxic; for people moderately toxic. Like other buttercup relatives it contains protoanemonin: irritates the mouth and gut, and sap can blister skin.
- What grows well with Poppy anemone (kalanit)?
- There is no well-documented companion pairing for Poppy anemone (kalanit). Group it with plants that like the same sun (full sun) and water (moderate).
Sources and evidence
Evidence grade A (A: strong evidence).
- RHS Plant Finder, Royal Horticultural Society
- Plants of the World Online (taxonomy, native range), Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
- ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List, ASPCA
Notes and assumptions
- Scarlet, violet or white cups with a dark centre, carpeting Israeli and Greek hills each spring; the national flower of Israel. Grown from knobbly corms.
Reference values for planning, not horticultural, veterinary or medical advice. Varieties, soils and local climates differ: check with a local nursery or extension service.
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