Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Yellow Horned-poppy |
| Scientific Name | Glaucium flavum |
| MainColor | Yellow |
| PlantType |  Herb |
| Distribution |  Native |
| Season Found | May (May - Oct) |
| ImageUrl | Glaucium-001 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Regent's Park |
| Country Found | UK |
| Last Updated | 11 September 2026 |
| Photo Quality | A |
Flower Details
Description
The Yellow Horned Poppy is a coastal plant known for its striking yellow flowers and long, curved seed pods resembling horns. It typically grows in sandy and shingle beaches, displaying grey-green, lobed leaves. The flowers bloom from June to September.
Distribution
This species is native to the coastal regions of Western Europe, including the British Isles. It is commonly found along the shores of the Mediterranean Sea.
Medicinal/Other Uses
✅ Traditionally used in folk medicine for its sedative and analgesic properties, though modern use is limited.
Edibility
Inedible - contains toxic alkaloids and should not be consumed.
Human Toxicity
Mildly_Toxic
Mildly Toxic - ingestion can cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea due to the presence of toxic alkaloids.
Pet Toxicity
Mildly Toxic to dogs and cats - ingestion may result in gastrointestinal upset and lethargy.
Active Compounds
Glaucine, protopine, allocryptopine.