Capsules
The ovary of the fruit matures into a capsule. Inside the capsule are the seeds.

This type of capsule is called a poricidal capsule becuase it has little pores in it.

When the wind blows, the capsules shake and the seeds fall onto the ground.
 
 
Poppy Seeds Poppy Fruit The wind blows, and the poppy seeds fall out of the fruit.

People often use poppy seeds to flavor things like muffins:

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