### Question
How does the law define opium poppy?


### Answer
Under *21 U.S.C. § 802*, **opium poppy** is defined as:

> the plant of the species Papaver somniferum L., except the seed thereof

#### Citation:
  - *21 U.S.C. § 802*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 12-MEAT INSPECTION > SUBCHAPTER I-CONTROL AND ENFORCEMENT > Part A-Introductory Provisions**

