The Poppy plant, P. somniferum, shares a long and varied history with humanity, reaching back into our far distant past, with the poppy being used as both food and medicine.
 
Evidence of farming and cultivation of the poppy plant can be found as far back as the Neolithic period, in a number of sites across Europe. There is evidence that poppies were farmed and used in Mesopotamia, Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece.
 
Due to the powerful effect of this plant, there is also evidence that throughout history poppy was also used recreationally, and also sometimes abused, as it's qualities and effects can be very addictive. 

In Ancient Egypt, depictions of poppies are often found alongside depictions of blue lily and mandrake, suggesting they were used together, mixed into wine, which is supported by remains found in urns. 

In Sumer (Sumeria), poppy was called "Hul Gil", the herb of joy.  In Ancient Greece, poppies were sacred to Hypnos, the god of sleep, and some scholars believe it may have been an ingredient of the sacrament consumed as part of the rites of the Elysian mysteries. Poppy was considered sacred to Demeter, the goddess of the earth, as well as Thanatos or Hades, the god of the underworld, and one myth states that poppies sprang from Aphrodite's tears as she mourned her lover Adonis.
 
Working with The Poppy as a flower essence is a gentle way to work with the spirit of this ancient plant remedy. Flower essences work on the emotional and energetic body. This Poppy flower essence is a unique medicine to...
 
- Aid in pain management
- Help soothe the mind and body to fall asleep
- Warm a grieving heart
- Increase joy, especially for those in grief or depression
 
Flower essences are subtle yet powerful preparations which harness the vibrational quality of a plant's flowers. Similar to homeopathy, whereby minute dosing of a natural substance are used, flower essences capture the pure life force of a plant through water and prana.

This product is prepared from home grown flora, prepared from sunlight, purified water, and preserved in 30% pure ethanol.
 
Suggested dosage: 7 drops morning & night
 
Please store in a cool dark place, out of sunlight, heat & air exposure.
 
This product has not been evaluated by the TGA for safe internal use. It is sold as a raw botanical product for ethnobotanical research purposes only.