Lipidami™ Red Poppy

Corn Poppy is native to the Mediterranean basin and grows along paths, in meadows, and in wheat fields. It in fact spread across many regions by simply mixing with cereal grains during harvest. It is now found in Central and Southern Europe, Northern Africa, the Middle East, Eastern and Central Asia, and North America. Corn Poppy flowers have always been known for their soothing and pectoral qualities. Its herbal teas or syrups were recommended for children and old people who were kept awake by their coughs. Traditional medicine in the 17th Century used corn poppy as a sudorific, a febrifuge, and an anti-rheumatism. Finally, herbal teas made with poppy petals are known to reduce small wrinkles. In Mediterranean countries, during the Spring, the young leaves of poppy are eaten in salads. As for the seeds, they have been popular since ancient times in bread, biscuits and all sorts of cakes. Corn poppy can also be used to dye wool, silk, leather, paper, and plastic a reddish pink colour. Corn poppies are a symbol of joy.