The Grocer’s Encyclopedia
Artemas Ward’s Encyclopedia of Foods and Beverages — New York, 1911

POPPY SEED

of both the Black and White Poppy, is retailed to some extent for use on or in bread, generally of the Vienna shape, and rolls such as the German "Salt-stangen." Analysis shows about 50% oil, and 25% protein and pectins. It is also sold as bird food, then frequently styled "Maw Seed," and is considered an especially desirable diet when birds are molting.

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