M. bella is a species of the genus Meconopsis which is found from central Nepal to southeastern Tibet.

[1] Meconopsis bella is a deciduous, perennial plant that grows in rock crevices and grass cliff edges.

This pretty blue poppy thrives in poor, drained soil, and on a cool, half shaded raised bed.

[1] Individuals of this species are tufted perennial plants with thick taproots carrying old leaf stalks.

Flowers can be pale blue, purple, or pink and can be either hairless or bristly haired.