Rapuntium excelsum

Rapuntium excelsum, also known as the prickly poppy, is a flowering plant species in the genus Rapuntium.

It has been used for its medicinal properties, particularly for its analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects, which can be attributed to the presence of alkaloids such as protopine and sanguinarine.

The plant is believed to offer various health benefits, including reducing pain and inflammation, and may also have antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.

Rapuntium excelsum can be prepared as an herbal remedy through infusions, tinctures, or ointments, which may be used to treat conditions such as arthritis and skin irritations.