California Poppy Herb
Analgesic ~ Sedative
Contains: Alkaloids
In past centuries mothers would include this herb into the diets of their young children so they would sleep for long periods allowing mom to accomplish daily chores.
It was also brewed into a thick paste and sweetened with honey for coughs and sore throats.
Today it is used as a nervine for pain relief, insomnia & post traumatic disorders.
Often combined with other nervines such as: Calamus, Catnip, Skullcap, Kava or Valerian.
It is non-narcotic but may show as a positive on drug tests.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA & are not intended to diagnose, treat or cure disease.
Ritual Poppy:
Moon ~ Water
Hypnos ~ Somnos ~ Ceres
Dreams ~ Healing
Usually consumed as a tea before bed to enhance dreams and banish nightmares or during dream healing work.
It has also been said that some people will see their future mate and children while in the dream zone.
Smoking Poppy:
Acts as a nervine, offering a calming and tranquilizing effect.
Usually a component of blends based on relaxation or pain relief.
Combine with Chamomile, Deer Tongue or Mullein for a mild smoke mixture or used with stronger nervines for a stronger effect.
- Botanical: Papaver rhoeas
- Grow Method: Organic
- Form: Whole