Poppy seed is obtained from the opium poppy. The tiny seeds have been harvested from dried seed pods by various civilizations for thousands of years.

The seeds are used, whole or ground, as an ingredient in many foods, and to yield poppyseed oil.

The seeds are used as a spice, a garnish, as a thickening agent, an ingredient or a condiment.

Poppy seeds are often a component of bird seed mixtures. Compared to the seed pod and straw, the seeds contain very low levels of opiates.

Poppy tea is obtained by washing the poppy seeds.

Whole poppy seeds are widely used as a spice and decoration in and on top of many baked goods.

Across Europe, buns and soft white bread pastries are often sprinkled on top with black and white poppy seeds

Poppy seeds are used in various German breads and desserts as well as in polish cuisines.

Like sesame seeds, poppy seeds are often added to hamburger buns and make hot dog buns extra crunchy.

Whole poppy seeds also have a few medical uses too!