Opium is a highly addictive non-synthetic narcotic that is extracted from the poppy plant, Papaver somniferum. (junadea.com)
Opium is a highly addictive narcotic drug acquired in the dried latex form the opium poppy ( Papaver somniferum) seed pod. (junadea.com)
The opioids are a large class of medications related in structure to the natural plant alkaloids found in opium that are derived from the resin of the opium poppy, Papaver somniferum. (junadea.com)
Opium, narcotic drug that is obtained from the unripe seedpods of the opium poppy ( Papaver somniferum ), a plant of the family Papaveraceae. (junadea.com)
Opium (or poppy tears, scientific name: Lachryma papaveris) is dried latex obtained from the seed capsules of the opium poppy Papaver somniferum Other blockchains that serve a multitude of purposes will likely have a chance to take the throne, spiegelworld opium. (junadea.com)
One species of poppy, Papaver somniferum, is the source of the narcotic drug mixture opium which contains powerful medicinal alkaloids such as morphine and has been used since ancient times as an analgesic and narcotic medicinal and recreational drug. (wikipedia.org)
The pollen of the oriental poppy, Papaver orientale, is dark blue, that of the field or corn poppy (Papaver rhoeas) is grey to dark green. (wikipedia.org)
The opium poppy, Papaver somniferum, grows wild in eastern and southern Asia, and South Eastern Europe. (wikipedia.org)
This has resulted in a number of commercially important cultivars, such as the Shirley poppy, a cultivar of Papaver rhoeas and semi-double or double (flore plena) forms of the opium poppy Papaver somniferum and oriental poppy (Papaver orientale). (wikipedia.org)
Poppy plants (Papaver somniferum) produce narcotics that relieve pain, suppress coughing, alleviate diarrhea and induce anesthesia - used medicinally and recreationally. (mimimika.com)
Opium poppy Papaver somniferum can serve many functions, from decoration and seed source to medicinal remedy. (mimimika.com)
Poppy (Papaver somniferum) is an annual flowering plant from the Papaveraceae family that is widely cultivated for its edible seeds, used as ingredients in cakes and muffins. (mimimika.com)
Papaver bracteatum, also known as the Iranian poppy or Persian poppy and the great scarlet poppy (it is firstly described by Dr. N. Saharghi and l. (scientificlib.com)
It is closely related to the commonly cultivated oriental poppy, Papaver orientale and is sometimes recorded as the varietal form Papaver orientale var. (scientificlib.com)
Papaver orientale L. , 1753, augalų (Plantae) karalystės magnolijūnų (Angiospermae) skyriaus magnolijainių (Magnoliopsida) klasės (Papaverales) eilės (Papaveraceae) šeimos (Papaver) genties rūšis. (ibase.com.sg)
Papaver bracteatum is a sturdy perennial poppy with large deep red flowers up to 8 inches (20 cm) across on stiff stalks up to 4 feet (1.22 metres) high with a prominent black spot near the base of the petals. (findmeacure.com)
It is related to the commonly cultivated oriental poppy, Papaver orientale . (findmeacure.com)
Thebaine5
Poppy cultivation is strictly regulated worldwide, with the exception of India where opium gum, which also contains the analgesic thebaine, is legally produced. (wikipedia.org)
This was because P. bracteatum does not contain morphine, which is converted to heroin, but is high in thebaine for legal codeine production, which was in crisis at the time because of the dwindling Turkish supply. (scientificlib.com)
BENTLEY, K. W. & HARDY, D. G. (1967) Novel analgesics and molecular rearrangements in the morphine-thebaine group. (scientificlib.com)
Non-horticultural use of this species is for the production of thebaine , which is commercially converted to codeine and semi-synthetic opiates. (findmeacure.com)
Unlike opiumalkaloids, thebaine does not have additive narcotic properties, it cannot be used directly and it thus poses no dancer of drug addiction: morphine, the precursor of the addictive-drug heroin, can be obtained only with great difficulty from it. (findmeacure.com)
It is used for production of dried latex and opium, the principal precursor of narcotic and analgesic opiates such as morphine, heroin and codeine. (wikipedia.org)
Poppy seeds contain small quantities of both morphine and codeine, which are pain-relieving drugs. (wikipedia.org)
Since antiquity, its juice has been used in making powerful narcotics such as morphine, codeine, and heroin. (mimimika.com)
Crop scientists have discovered that Iranian Poppy can provide up to 37 kg of codeine per hectare compared with Opium Poppy's much lower yield of 3 kg per hectare. (findmeacure.com)
English: oriental poppy suomi: Idänunikko magyar: Keleti mák, díszpipacs, keleti pipacs lietuvių: Rytinė aguona polski: Mak wschodni русский: Мак восточный slovenščina: Turški mak [8], The girl's given name "Poppy" is taken from the name of the flower. (ibase.com.sg)
Red Oriental Poppy Louis Comfort Tiffany. (ibase.com.sg)
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Edible seeds2
Easy to grow and producing a beautiful bloom, poppy seeds are easy to harvest whether used for their edible seeds or medicinal benefits - the seed pod of a poppy contains hundreds of tiny black seeds, which humans have long valued for their nutritional and oil-producing properties or as a source for opium production. (mimimika.com)
Since ancient times they have been grown commercially for their edible seeds or oil production properties. (mimimika.com)
Noscapine1
Noscapine (also known as Narcotine , Nectodon , Nospen , Anarcotine and (archaic) Opiane ) is a benzylisoquinoline alkaloid , of the phthalideisoquinoline structural subgroup, which has been isolated from numerous species of the family Papaveraceae (poppy family). (cloudfront.net)
Precursor1
Chorismic acid is a precursor to the amino acid tyrosine , the source of nitrogen in benzylisoquinoline alkaloids. (cloudfront.net)
Cultivation3
The eradication of poppy cultivation came about in the early 1900s through international conferences due to safety concerns associated with the production of opium. (wikipedia.org)
In the United States , domestic cultivation of P. bracteatum was proposed by president Richard Nixon's Office of Management and Budget in the early 1970s as an alternative to Turkish opium poppies, which the administration was attempting to eliminate. (scientificlib.com)
For pharmaceutical purposes, therefore, there may be considerable social and economic benefits in introducing this poppy into cultivation in place of Opium Poppy . (findmeacure.com)
Seeds8
Poppy seeds are rich in oil, carbohydrates, calcium and protein. (wikipedia.org)
Poppy seeds and fixed oils can also be nonnarcotic because when they are harvested about twenty days after the flower has opened, the morphine is no longer present. (wikipedia.org)
Poppy seeds must be carefully treated and washed to eliminate impurities before being sold for medicinal, culinary, or ornamental use. (mimimika.com)
Poppy seeds should ideally be planted during fall or early spring as their growth and germination are easier in more excellent conditions than in warmer ones. (mimimika.com)
Every poppy flower contains numerous seeds in its bluish-green seed pod, safe from contamination from weather conditions or predators. (mimimika.com)
Poppy seeds can generally take 80-90 days post-planting for harvesting. (mimimika.com)
Poppy seeds can be found in numerous foods and crafts. (mimimika.com)
The seeds of your P. orientale may or may not be edible, but don't expect them to taste like the poppy seeds you enjoy on that favorite bagel at the coffee shop. (ibase.com.sg)
1970s1
In the 1970s the American war on drugs targeted Turkish production of the plant, leading to a more negative popular opinion of the U.S. The girl's given name "Poppy" is taken from the name of the flower. (wikipedia.org)
Pods3
Juglets resembling poppy seed pods have been discovered with trace amounts of opium and the flower appeared in jewelry and on art pieces in Ancient Egypt, dated 1550-1292 BC. (wikipedia.org)
Poppies produce large, beautiful flowers which develop into stunning seed pods. (mimimika.com)
The best guide to finding poppy pods for sale . (mimimika.com)
Petals1
Lalezari nature 213, 1244, 1967 doi:10.1038/2131244a0 ) is a sturdy hardy perennial poppy with large deep red flowers up to 8 inches (20 cm) diameter on stiff stalks up to 4 feet (1.22 metres) high with a prominent black spot near the base of the petals. (scientificlib.com)
Perennial1
Poppies are herbaceous annual, biennial or short-lived perennial plants. (wikipedia.org)
Widely2
they are widely used by the food industry for decoration and flavor but can introduce opiumalkaloids into the food chain. (junadea.com)
The opium poppy is widely cultivated and its worldwide production is monitored by international agencies. (wikipedia.org)
Mediterranean1
The trading and production of opium spread from the Mediterranean to China by the 15th century. (junadea.com)
World's2
Poppy flowers are among the world's most stunning blossoms and are commonly used to add decorative poppies to home decor. (mimimika.com)
The 2004 Canadian "poppy" quarter was the world's first coloured circulation coin. (ibase.com.sg)
Family1
A poppy is a flowering plant in the subfamily Papaveroideae of the family Papaveraceae. (wikipedia.org)
Bloom2
In the temperate zones, poppies bloom from spring into early summer. (wikipedia.org)
Poppies make beautiful additions to any garden or flower bed and bloom late spring to early summer in a wide range of colors from soft white and peach hues through vibrant crimson and bright orange shades. (mimimika.com)
Cakes3
Poppy oil can also be added to spices for cakes, or breads. (wikipedia.org)
Poppies add vibrant hues and an irresistibly crispy crunch to many baked goods, from cakes to cookies and pastries. (mimimika.com)
When combined with lemon zest, they make for an irresistibly citrusy treat when sprinkled on pastries like muffins and scones, thicken sauces and stews, and can even be pressed to produce oil for pressing into poppy seed paste that can then be mixed with sugar to use as filling in cakes or rolls. (mimimika.com)
Grown3
Poppies are herbaceous plants, often grown for their colourful flowers. (wikipedia.org)
Opium is also abused in combination with other drugs. (junadea.com)
Space1
At the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas has a new restaurant taking over its space from Spiegelworld, the production company behind Absinthe, Atomic Saloon Show, and Opium. (junadea.com)
Care1
Poppy plants are relatively easy to care for and pose a few difficulties. (mimimika.com)
Special1
Canada has issued special quarters (25-cent coins) with a red poppy on the reverse in 2004, 2008, 2010, and 2015. (wikipedia.org)