Bering's poppy

The Bering's poppy, also known as the Beringian poppy and the western poppy, is a kind of poppy found along the rocky beaches of southern Beringion, particularly on Bering's Landing, for which it is named.

Description
The poppy is very similar to other poppy species, such as Papaver rhoeas. It grows to 50 - 70 centimeters in height, and often forms thick growths in sandy, well draining soil.

The brightly red petals of the flower feature prominent dark-brown to almost black spots in the central lower third. The poppy has a faint, specific smell that is particularly strong on hot and dries days. Sensitive people report feeling dizzy or sleepy when exposed to the smell in large amounts.

Uses
Bering's poppy is used in herbal medicine. The small seeds of the plant, when brewed in a tea, serve as a mild sedative. The latex harvested from the green parts of the plant act as a much stronger sedative and analgesic.

Fresh cut flowers are used to decorate rooms of newlyweds due to the smells mind-altering properties. In small enough quantities over several hours, the smell can improve mood and physical sensation, often leading to increased sex drive.

In popular culture
A flower of the poppy is the main feature of the coat of arms of House Bering.

One of the initial designs for the potential flag of the newly founded Beringion included stylized poppy flowers. Later, the flowers were added to ceremonial flags.

It is the national flower of Beringion, and is often used as a symbol for the nation and it's people.

Children born within in early to mid spring are often called Children of the Poppy, as they must have been conceived during the flowering season. This is particularly true if their parents married during that time.