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[0324] California Poppy (Eschscholzia californica) Hello, everyone. It is Tuesday, March 24, 2026. Today's protagonist is the California Poppy, the possessor of golden light resembling warm sunlight. Let me first summarize the detailed information about this plant. The flower name is Geum-yeong-hwa in Korean. Using characters for gold and honor, it means a glorious golden flower. The English name is California Poppy. The scientific name is Eschscholzia californica. Its symbolism includes 'Hope' and 'Please do not refuse my love'. Its origin is the western United States, widely native to California in particular. Its main habitats are grasslands or open fields with sandy soil, abundant sunlight, and good drainage. Looking at the characteristics of the California Poppy, the first thing that catches the eye is its intense color. The cup-shaped petals range from golden yellow to orange and are vivid enough to capture attention from afar. The leaves are finely divided li...