Opium Poppy (Papaver Somniferum) Botanical Postcard

An antique botanical plate of the opium poppy, Papaver somniferum, its papery white petals opening around a dark purple heart, shown beside the ridged seed pod and jagged leaves.

• Density: 350 g/m²
• Size: 10×15 cm

True to its species name — somniferum, ‘sleep-bringing’ — it suits a card wishing someone rest.