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Glaucium flavum
Horned poppy
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The Glaucium flavum plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Papaveraceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Horned poppy. Some home gardeners know the variety as G. luteum.

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Latin Name:  Glaucium flavum
Common Name:  Horned poppy
Family:  Papaveraceae
Author:  Crantz.
 
Known Hazards:  Root is poisonous.
 
Mature Height:  0.6   Mature Width:  0.45
 
Habitat:  Shingle banks by the coast[17].



General Uses:  An oil obtained from the seed is used for as a fuel for lighting, it burns cleanly[2]. It is also used in soap making[46].

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The information above has been supplied solely via the hard work and dedication of the team at 'Plants for a Future'.
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