Katy Perry's new album has ignited a biosecurity scare in Australia.

The deluxe version of the singer's latest effort 'Prism' comes with a special piece of seed paper that when planted will eventually grow into a flower.

However, it seems international versions of the record imported into Australia will have to be inspected over fears that the foreign seeds could pose a biosecurity risk.

A spokesman for the Department of Agriculture in Australia said:

"Seeds or plant material of international origin may be a weed not present in Australia or the host of a plant pathogen of biosecurity concern. The Australian Government has a strong system in place to detect and respond to material of biosecurity concern. This includes the inspection of mail, cargo and baggage."

Manufacturers, however, have reportedly confirmed to the Department of Agriculture in Australia that the Australian version of the deluxe album contains local seeds.

Perry released 'Prism' late last month and it hit No.1 in a host of countries across the world, including Australia.