Papaver somniferum

Definitions of Papaver somniferum
  1. noun
    southwestern Asian herb with greyish leaves and white or reddish flowers; source of opium
    synonyms: opium poppy
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    type of:
    poppy
    annual or perennial herb with milky juice and showy flowers
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