Are opium poppies poison to children?

Opium poppies (Papaver somniferum) contain alkaloids like morphine and codeine, which can be toxic if ingested in significant amounts. While the flowers and seeds themselves are not poisonous, consuming parts of the plant or products derived from it can pose serious health risks, especially to children. Even small amounts can cause respiratory depression and other severe effects. It's important to keep such plants out of reach of children and educate them about the dangers.