Huelrosa
| Huelrosa | |
| Huelrosa montana | |
| Most at risk | |
| Huelrosa insulaaureus É.Dubois, 1552 AN | |
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| Vulnerable (MUNHC) | |
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Order: | Ranunculales |
| Family: | Papaveraceae |
| Subfamily: | Papaveroideae |
| Tribe: | Papavereae |
| Genus: | Huelrosa É.Dubois, 1552 AN |
| Type species | |
| Huelrosa borealis B.Frost, 1498 AN | |
| Huelrosa range | |
| Species | |
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Huelrosa is a genus of boreal flowering plants exclusive to the territories of the Kingdom of Meckelnburgh and neighboring frontierlands. Classified under the poppy family, Papaveraceae, it belongs to the subfamily Papaveroideae, along with several other genera of the poppy flower. These plants are perennial and typically grow up to 60 centimeters in height, displaying vibrant flowers with four to six petals in shades of red, orange, or pink, often adorned with dark spots at the base.
Distribution
The distribution of Huelrosa is restricted to Meckelnburgh proper, Salem and Iselande, as well as adjoining sections of other nations, encompassing in all:
- Genevelond Peninsula
- Treynor Archipelago
- Glanurchy Island
- Fifty Elk Island
- Jääland Penninsula
As hardy perennials, Huelrosa plants are well-suited to the climate of Meckelnburgh, and their attractive flowers serve as a resource for pollinators like bees and butterflies, contributing to their reproductive success. It can be found in various habitats such as []. The genus has adapted to different ecological niches within its limited range, showcasing diverse forms.
Species
Frost poppy
Huelrosa borealis — arctic poppy, frost poppy, ice poppy, B.Frost, 1498 AN
Highland poppy
Huelrosa montana — highland poppy, B.Helgason, 1605 AN
Island golden poppy
Huelrosa insulaaureus — island golden poppy, É.Dubois, 1552 AN
Mt. James poppy
Huelrosa volcana — Mt. James poppy, E.Janssen, 1589 AN
Nectar-of-the-north poppy
Huelrosa polarnectaris — nectar-of-the-north poppy, T.Järvinen, 1610 AN
Treynor poppy
Huelrosa archipelagica — Treynor poppy, A.Helgason, 1608 AN
Conservation
Due to its localized distribution, Huelrosa faces conservation challenges from human activities, including habitat destruction from logging or other resource-extraction industries, particularly in the Comstokia Mountains. The rarest, the island golden poppy, lives in a narrow habitat on Fifty Elk Island, facing intrusion by the expanding built environment of the monasteries under the archabbacy of Salem.
Huelrosa is nonetheless protected in the royal preserves, forests and other conservation areas throughout Meckelnburgh.
Culture
Apart from their ecological importance, Huelrosa flowers hold cultural significance in Meckelnburgh, often featuring in traditional festivals and ceremonies, symbolizing beauty, resilience, and the nation's natural heritage. The [] is the national flower of Meckelnburgh. Artists and poets draw inspiration from these blooms, further highlighting their role in the country's cultural identity.
