Poppy / Poppies

Poppy / Poppies

Uncover Hidden Dream Meanings

Poppy plants as well as the derivative of poppy seeds (such as opium) all have the same meanings in dreams.

The poppy plant and flower is a symbol of wealth and financial hopefulness. When you see the poppy plant in the dream state you need education to progress your career. To see a field covered in poppy flowers indicates improvement your own finances. Take care before making a decision regarding money or material possessions.

When you see the seed of a poppy this is associated with financial dealings – or not realizing your true potential to make money. Heroin or opium in a dream is an indication of being corrupted by wealth, excess, or prestige. To dream of being addicted to heroin or seen a heroin addict indicates a traitor in your close friends circle.

Taking heroin in a dream indicates hiding from your responsibilities. Dreams of poppies can serve as both a warning and a reward in your waking life.

In this dream you may have

  • Seen a field of poppy plants.
  • Harvested poppy flowers or seeds.
  • Eaten bread with poppy seeds on it.
  • Been under the influence of heroin or opium.
  • Wished for the calming presence of the poppy plant (such as in a tea or tincture).
  • Ingested poppy (in various forms).
  • Given or received a poppy plant.
  • Thrown away drugs associated with poppy.
  • Had poppy seeds on a bagel.

Positive changes are afoot if

  • You ate a poppy seed bagel.
  • You threw out drugs associated with poppy.
  • You saw poppy flowers in full bloom.
  • You meditate on a poppy.


Detailed dream meaning

Poppy plants are symbolism of deep desires. To pick poppy's signifies growth and positive changes. You have much potential in life. To see poppies in relation to war memorabilia indicates that you have a hard road to go down. Maybe you are facing problems in the future. You are likely feeling transformed in your own life or on a path of transformation.

Eating poppy seeds, such as on a bagel or bun, is indicative of needing additional emotional nourishment in your life. This is a time when you want to focus on the way in which you are blessed. A lot of the time this is indicative of being overwhelmed, however the dream itself is a good sign.

When you have a dream of cooking with poppy seeds it means the coming together of your own life. The poppy signifies a resting period where you can get your ducks in a row. While you may be feeling at a loss in life, there is clarity around you. Your psyche knows what you need and you can manifest what you need in waking life.

Sadness is often a trait when dreaming about the poppy, especially when dreaming about  opium (a narcotic), the psyche sometimes also uses heroin as a representative.

There is a reason that the poppy is a favored plant of the god Morpheus. This is because there is a sedative and hallucinogenic inducing quality to the plant. When your dreams are twisted, akin to Alice falling down the rabbit hole and you feel lost or even distorted or under the weather then this is a powerful dream.

Taking drugs in the dream is associated with the need for solace and peace. Your mind is trying to find a way to hide. These dreams are associated with fear, regret, loss, sorrow, and pain. Consider pain in your life and how it could negatively affect you.

This dream is in association with the following scenarios in your life...

  • Abundance.
  • Growth and happiness.
  • Addiction.
  • Sadness and sorrow.
  • Loss of control in your life.
  • Calm and collected feelings – regaining focus.
  • Healing.

Feelings that you may have encountered during a dream of poppies

Happiness. Mesmerized. Dazed. Hung Over. Confused. Disappointed. Sad. Taken Advantage Of. Sorrow. Loss. Abundance. Changed. Transformed. Contemplative. Combative. Pressured. Exhausted. Enlightened. Blessed.

By Flo Saul
Oct 12, 2012