The Genus Argemone, also known as prickly poppy or Mexican poppy, is a group of flowering plants that belong to the Papaveraceae family. There are several synonyms for the Genus Argemone including Chelidonium Argemone, Cynome, Dayuanensis, Glaucium Argemone, Prickly Poppy, and Wild Blossom. These plants are native to North and South America and are known for their prickly leaves and showy white, yellow, or orange flowers. The prickly poppy has been used for medicinal purposes by indigenous cultures for centuries, and its seeds were used as a food source. Today, the Genus Argemone is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping.