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pies: A Beautiful Flower with a Dark Past Poppies are one of the most famous and beloved garden flowers around the world, known for their striking appearance and delicate petals. However, this flower also has a dark past as the source of opium, a powerful and addictive drug. There are many ways to name poppies in English, with their scientific name being Papaver somniferum. However, most people simply call them poppies, which comes from the Latin word for milk, referencing the milky sap that the plants produce. Despite their popularity, many people are unaware of the history of opium and how it i『浏览更多 十二星座与性格文章请关注 :浣熊星座知识网,wWW.ImhuAnxiOng.coM」s derived from poppies. For thousands of years, people have used opium as a painkiller, sedative, and for recreational purposes. This led to a huge demand for opium, which was primarily grown in Asia and the Middle East. During the 19th century, British colonial powers forced China to open its borders to opium trade. This led to addiction and widespread social problems within China and sparked the infamous Opium Wars. The problem of opium addiction was not limited to China, however, and many other countries have also struggled with the drug's devastating impact. Despite the negative associations with poppies due to opium, it is important to recognize their beauty and value as a symbol of remembrance and hope. In many countries, poppies are a symbol of fallen soldiers and war remembrance, as they grew in abundance on the battlefields of World War I. Additionally, the sale of poppies is used to raise money for veterans' organizations. Overall, poppies are a complex and fascinating flower with a rich history and many meanings, both positive and negative. Whether used for medicinal purposes or as a symbol of remembrance, their beauty and importance will continue to endure for generations to come.