'Scarlet Poppy', 1877. Scarlet Poppy, (Papaver). Ancient Egyptian doctors recommended eating poppy seeds to relieve pain as they contain small quantities of both morphine and codeine. From "Familiar Wild Flowers", figured and described by F. Edward Hulme, F.L.S., F.S.A. [Cassell & Company, Limited; London, Paris & New York, 1877]
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