The alkaloid content and composition were studied in seven strains of Papaver somniferum (2n=22), eight strains of P. bracteatum (2n=14), six strains of P. orientale (2n=28) and 11 strains of P.

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A. Papaver somniferum is the species of poppy used to manufacture opium. While the blossoms are beautiful and the plant often will self-seed in well-drained alkaline soil, it is illegal to grow this ...

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