Poppy pods are the seed pods of the opium poppy plant, Papaver somniferum in scientific terms. The plant is native to the Mediterranean region, but it is now widely cultivated all over the world for its medicinal and ornamental properties.

Poppy pods that have not been washed are simply seed pods that have not been cleaned or processed in any way. They usually have a rough, brown exterior and hundreds of small, dark seeds inside. These pods can be used for a variety of crafts, floral arrangements, and as a natural dye.