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Poppy
Family:
Papaveraceae |
Latin Name:
Papaver rhoeas |
Description
Delicate annual growing up to 3 feet, with an erect, hairy stem. that bears lance-shaped basal leaves and incised stem leaves. The 2-inch wide red flowers have black anthers. It has small rounded seed capsules. Blooms: May-October.
Common Uses
The flowers are mildly analgesic and sedative. They also reduce nervous over-activity. The herb is used for insomnia. Unlike its relative, the opium poppy, it is non-addictive.
History
The red poppy, though not a native plant, has become a symbol of remembrance for America's war dead. A paper poppy is often worn on Memorial Day. Country women in Eastern Europe used poppies as rouge.
Products Containing this Ingredient
Ear Oil, Mullein, Pain-Eze™, SLP™ (Sleep Tea)
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