In the genus Argemone (Papaveraceae) there are approximately 30 species; most of them are perennial herbs with prickly stems, capsules, and leaves. This is a genus that is invasive around the world and has significant economic significance. An ethnopharmacological review of Argemone ochroleuca is presented in this article. Several ailments can be treated with this plant, such as eye infections, dermatological disorders, insomnia, warts, scabies, and spots. A large proportion of alkaloids are found in the Argemone genus including flavonoids, fatty acids, tannins, saponins, phenols, terpenoids, steroids, proteins, and carbohydrates.