Poppies can be over a metre tall with flowers up to 15 centimetres across.
The flowers are up to 30–100 mm (1–4 in) diameter, normally with four white, mauve or red petals, sometimes with dark markings at the base.
Flowers of species have 4 or 6 petals.
The petals are showy, may be of almost any color and some have markings.
The flowers are odorless and regular.
poppies bloom from spring into early summer.
Poppy oil is often used as cooking oil, salad dressing oil, or in products such as margarine.
Poppy oil can also be added to spices for cakes, or breads.
Poppy products are also used in different paints, varnishes, and some cosmetics.
Poppy extracts have traditionally been used to relax smooth muscle tone, making them potentially useful in the treatment of diarrhea and abdominal cramping.
