Poppies are a type of poppy plant that is used extensively for medicinal purposes. In the past, poppies have been grown to produce opium which is then converted into morphine or heroin. However, in most parts of the world these days, poppies are grown specifically to make pain-relieving drugs like codeine and oxycodone. Oriental Poppy […]
Flowers
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Lavender is a genus of flowering plants in the mint family Lamiaceae. It is widespread throughout the Mediterranean, Asia and parts of Africa. Lavandula species are widely cultivated for their beautiful flowers and perfume production, which play a role in some traditional medicines. There are over two hundred different types of lavender with many hybrids […]
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The amaryllis is a flowering bulb which produces showy flowers and comes in many different varieties. The most common types of amaryllis are the plain leaf, trumpets, Dutch flag, and Christmas bell. They can be found at nurseries or big box stores during winter months for planting now or to have them shipped later for […]
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Oct
Oct
Morning glories are a genus in the family “Convolvulaceae.” There are about 150 species of this genus, and many hybrids as well. The flowers have five petals that form an open star shape when they bloom. Some people call them “Mexican morning glories” because these flowers were used by Aztecs for medicinal purposes as well […]