Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Corn Poppy |
| Also Known As | Field Poppy |
| Scientific Name | Papaver rhoeas |
| Main Color | Red |
| Plant Type |  Herb |
| Distribution |  Native |
| Flowering | Jun - Aug |
| Image | Papaver-012 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Abbots Langley |
| Country Found | UK |
Flower Details
Description
An iconic wildflower with vivid red petals and a dark centre, often seen in cornfields and roadside verges. It has strong cultural associations, especially with remembrance in the UK.
Distribution
Native to Europe and Asia, widespread across the UK in disturbed soils such as arable land, verges, and waste ground.
Medicinal/Other Uses
Traditionally used as a mild sedative and for coughs. Its petals have been used to make soothing teas and syrups.
Edibility
Petals are edible in small amounts, sometimes used for decoration in salads. Seeds are non-toxic and used in baking (similar to breadseed poppy).
Human Toxicity
Non_ToxicContains mild alkaloids with sedative properties — excessive ingestion may cause drowsiness or nausea.
Pet Toxicity
Mildly toxic to pets — can cause sedation and digestive upset if consumed in quantity.
Active Compounds
Alkaloids (e.g., rhoeadine), flavonoids, anthocyanins.