Poppy
Poppy
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Poppy
Papaver somniferum / rhoeas
Varieties: Black Peony, Swan's Down, Hens and Chickens
PlantedOrnamentalMedicinal (mild)
Ayurvedic Profile
Dosha Effect
Pacifies Vata
Rasa / Taste
Sweet, Bitter
Virya / Energy
Cooling
Medicinal Actions
Mild sedative petal syrup; ephemeral beauty
Helps With
Why This Plant
"Ephemeral bloom teaching impermanence and surrender; petal poppies also planted at Bharani and Anuradha."
Cultivation
Surface-sow in fall or early spring; full sun.
Zone: 6a
Safety
Ornamental/field poppies; not for opiate use.
