Annual/Biennial
Lactuca virosa - Great Lettuce, Bitter Lettuce, Opium Lettuce
One of the most common wild lettuce growing in the UK. A medicinal herb that was once used as a substitute for opium. Common use as a sedative, and hypnotic for insomnia and for relaxation. Grow Wild Lettuce in a sunny position. This herb should only be used under medical supervision. Magical herb of chastity, love, divination, protection and sleep. May have import restrictions in some countries please check with your customs before ordering. The juice of the plant is poisonous.

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