Mexican prickly poppy (Argemone mexicana)

Argemone mexicana, commonly known as the Mexican prickly poppy, is highly adaptable to drought and poor soil conditions. Notably, it is toxic to grazing animals. When its seed pods are cut, they release a pale yellow latex. In India, this plant plays a role in the Holika Dahan festival, where both adults and children offer its flowers during the worship rituals.