Morphine, which is used as an analgesic is obtained from

Cinchona

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Papaver somniferum officinalis

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Taxus brevifolia

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Berberis nilghiriensis

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The correct option is B Papaver somniferum officinalis
Morphine is the principal alkaloid of opium. It is a strong analgesic. Opium is dried latex of unripe capsular fruits of the poppy plant, Papaver somniferum. Morphine depresses the respiratory centre, contributes to a fall in blood pressure and reduces heartbeat. Its continued use causes addiction.

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