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opium poppy
 

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Noun opium poppy has 1 sense
  1. opium poppy, Papaver somniferum - southwestern Asian herb with grayish leaves and white or reddish flowers; source of opium
    --1 is a kind of poppy
    --1 is a member of Papaver, genus Papaver
    --1 has parts: poppy seed

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Opium Poppy

Definition:

The opium poppy, scientifically known as Papaver somniferum, is a flowering plant belonging to the Papaveraceae family. It is widely cultivated for the production of opium, a narcotic drug obtained from its resin-rich capsules.

Senses:

Sense 1: Plant

  1. Noun: A plant of the Papaveraceae family, typically characterized by large, showy flowers with various colors.

    2. The beautiful opium poppy attracts bees with its vibrant colors.

Sense 2: Opium Production

  1. Noun: The opium-producing variety of the poppy plant, used for the cultivation of narcotic drugs.

    2. Many countries strictly regulate the cultivation of the opium poppy due to its potential for illegal drug production.

Sense 3: Medicinal Use

  1. Noun: Opium or its derivatives used in medicine for their sedative and analgesic properties.

    2. Doctors sometimes prescribe opium poppy extracts to manage severe pain.

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