Argemone ochroleuca (Mexican Poppy) 50 Seeds

Description Argemone ochroleuca is a species of prickly poppy, a flowering plant native to Mexico. This glaucous, erect single to several stemmed annual, can grow up to 1m in height and has a sticky yellow sap. Commonly known as chicalote or cardo santo, it is used in Mexican folk medicine as an antitussive, anticonvulsant, antidiarrheal, antispasmodic, hypnotic, narcotic, sedative, and analgesic. It is commonly thought to be Argemone mexicana due to it’s same effects, however they are different species. Additionally, it is said to be useful for treating eye infections, eye spots, and dermatoses   Common Name. Prickly Poppy; Flowering Thistle.   Germination. Sow Argemone ochroleuca seeds just under the surface of a well-draining mix in a sunny spot, keeping them moist and warm at around 18−22∘C until they sprout in 10-14 days.   Disclaimer: We personally count every seed packet to ensure it contains at least the specified number of seeds. However, mistakes can happen, so please reach out if you notice any inconsistencies. These seeds are believed to meet the standard viability percentage for their species, sourced either from our own SAB nursery or from reputable, trusted breeders. Do not hesitate to contact us for up-to-date germination rates or for a germination test to be conducted.   Interested in this product? Have a look at these Atropa belladonna (Deadly Nightshade) Plant Andrographis paniculata (Andrographis) Seed Acmella oleracea (Toothache Plant) Seed