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It has been observed that not many common ornamental pod types contain reasonable levels of alkaloids. Corn Poppies are inactive; they can be identified by their iconic red petals, elongated pods, and dark crowns. ''P. Somniferum'' can be identified easily by its grey-green color and usually round pods. Ornamental pods will require larger doses as the alkaloid content is lower than those grown specifically for the latex.
It has been observed that not many common ornamental pod types contain reasonable levels of alkaloids. Corn Poppies are inactive; they can be identified by their iconic red petals, elongated pods, and dark crowns. ''P. Somniferum'' can be identified easily by its grey-green color and usually round pods. Ornamental pods will require larger doses as the alkaloid content is lower than those grown specifically for the latex.


Wet pods may be used just as easily as dry pods, thought the alkaloid content may be lower than when dried.
Wet pods may be used just as easily as dry pods, though the alkaloid content may be lower than when dried.


==See also==
==See also==