To what lengths are its uses confined? Does it help control the flow of blood? How does it perform in the heart? Is it safe? Some saffron products have a strong and unifying odour; they have been claimed to help reduce the number of cold sores, so people in the coldest parts of the world […]
What is the highest quality saffron? – Grow Saffron Crocus Climate
We have to talk about quality, because saffron is expensive. Most traditional commercial-grade saffron is about 25-50% cheaper. The difference is between an 8-10 lb bag from a commercial center and a 1-2 lb bag from a home center. So to get the same quality as the commercial one, you would need about 1.5- 2 […]
What are the side effects of saffron? – Growing Saffron Crocus In Texas
Saffron is a plant, so there are some side effects to taking high levels of it. One of the most common concerns about saffron consumption is skin irritation. That is not really a side effect to think about, the reason we know about this is that the skin is not sensitive, saffron simply irritates the […]
Does saffron raise blood pressure? – Growing Saffron In A Greenhouse
“There are studies showing that saffron is an anti-hypertensive agent,” says Dr. Mark Wolin, associate professor of ophthalmology at the University of California, San Francisco, an expert on saffron. “It probably reduces the amount of blood in your veins.” But if saffron does have anti-hypertensive properties, why are some people bothered by its effect in […]
Is saffron cheaper in Spain? – Saffron Seeds For Planting
It’s an old argument that saffron is cheaper in Spain. It depends on where you buy it, but saffron is not as cost-effective as most people think. And it seems counter-intuitive. We often hear that saffron costs less in Spain because of tax breaks like the one that was granted in 2010. Some Spanish critics […]
Is saffron flower the same as saffron? – Saffron Planting Time
Yes, it is saffron. It is very common in both India and the Middle East (Saudi Arabia, Syria, Yemen, Egypt and Palestine). The saffron seed has also been used in ancient India for medicinal purposes. Where you get it from depends on where you are from and where in India you are living (for example […]
Which country grows the most saffron? – Can You Grow Saffron Crocus Indoors
India! Here is the map of South Asia in which the saffron represents over 85% of growth in the last 20 years. India alone, growing around 4% per year in this period, represented the fourth largest volume of global production in the entire year from 2000 to 2016. The map is broken down into six […]
How does saffron taste? – Planting Saffron Crocus
Saffron is bitter and must not be used as a food substitute. The seeds are used in many traditional recipes as an acidic flavoring and also are used in foods like yogurt, curry and pickles. Saffron is also used as an ingredient in the scent of perfumes to add sweetness and a pleasant aroma. The […]
What is the most expensive saffron? – Where Can I Buy Saffron Bulbs
Saffron’s popularity is increasing, and while some say it is not cost-effective, others say a lot can be avoided, including the cost of transporting the saffron, and the potential for quality control problems. But saffron, like many other herbs in India, has grown tremendously in recent years, with prices from a few thousand Rupi tipples […]
Which brand saffron is pure? – How Many Years Ago Was The First Saffron Planted Seats Incorporated
Well, some brands are made as “straw” but most are also made with pure saffron. Safranatured Saffron? The one on the left is sourced from France and is the closest thing to “refined saffron”, which is a very high quality product. What kind of flowers are found on the plant? It is the same “flower” […]