Saffron is a spice derived from the flower of Crocus sativus, commonly known as the "saffron crocus". The vivid crimson stigma and styles, called threads, are collected and dried for use mainly as a seasoning and colouring agent in food and dyeing fabrics. Saffron has long been the world�´s most costly spice by weight. Although some doubts remain on its origin, it is believed that saffron originated in Iran. However, Greece and Mesopotamia have also been suggested as the possible region of origin of this plant
Saffron is a spice derived from the flower of Crocus sativus, commonly known as the "saffron crocus". The vivid crimson stigma and styles, called threads, are collected and dried for use mainly as a seasoning and colouring agent in food. Saffron has long been the world's costliest spice by weight.
Although some doubts remain on its origin, it is believed that saffron originated in Iran. However, Greece and Mesopotamia have also been suggested as the possible region of origin of this plant. Saffron crocus slowly propagated throughout much of Eurasia and was later brought to parts of North Africa, North America, and Oceania.
Saffron's taste and iodoform-like or hay-like fragrance result from the phytochemicals picrocrocin and safranal. It also contains a carotenoid pigment, crocin, which imparts a rich golden-yellow hue to dishes and textiles. Its recorded history is attested in a 7th-century BC Assyrian botanical treatise and has been traded and used for thousands of years. In the 21st century, Iran produces some 90% of the world total for saffron
Original Indian Kashmir Saffron / Kashmiri Kesar
Geographical Indication GI Tagged Kashmir Saffron
ISO 3632 Certified Grade-1 Finest Quality Saffron
Tested by NABL Aggregated Quality Evaluation Lab IIKSTC
Minimum Processed for Natural Flavor and Rich Aroma
Organically produced with Pesticide free cultivation
Highly potent with Medicinal and Therapeutic properties
Deep red, Long, Trumpet Shaped Kashmir Saffron Threads
No added colors, No Additives/Preservatives
Certified and Packed by India International Kashmir Saffron Trading Centre,
Department of Agriculture, Government of Jammu and Kashmir
