!!!Mohn, Papaver somniferum

Poppy (Papaver somniferum), cultivated in Austria since the Hallstatt 
period. In 1994 the acreage was extended to 1,700 hectares, 
yielding 790 kg/hectare or 1,400 t altogether. The oilseeds 
are used for producing bread and confectionery, the heads are used for 
making wreaths and bouquets. The alkaloids (opium) contained in the 
sap are made into narcotics. The grey poppy from the Waldviertel 
region is particularly well-known.


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