Benefits of saffron root
Saffron root has various uses, including medicinal properties such as anti-inflammatory and soothing effects, as well as being used as a flavor enhancer.
Facts about Saffron Roots You Didn’t Know
If you didn’t know that saffron roots aren’t in the soil, you can learn some interesting facts in this post.
The saffron flower has 6 petals and 3 stigmas. When the petals are separated, the red stigma which is the saffron harvested gets separated. In fact, the orange part at the end of the saffron thread, which is less red, is the saffron root, and the part in the soil is called saffron bulb.
This part of saffron is also known as “dokhtar pich” or “konj”, and in some categories, both saffron and its root part are attached. The saffron root looks like the crest of a rooster, hence it’s also known as “pooshal” saffron, and there might be counterfeit in saffron roots as well.
Saffron Uses
Saffron roots are mostly used for making herbal tea and giving color and taste to tea.
The main element of saffron which causes its red color is a substance called “crocin”. Saffron roots contain less of this element, but they do have the properties present in the original stigma, albeit less so.
Properties of Saffron Roots
From saffron roots, you can benefit from the same properties as the original stigmas.
Saffron roots can balance serotonin and dopamine in the body, and can be effective in preventing depression and creating vitality.
Other properties of saffron roots can be noted for preventing depression and creating vitality.
The price of saffron roots is much cheaper than its stigmas, and it’s about 5000 Tomans per gram today (May 13, 2023).
As the saffron root and its use are highly versatile and recognized as a symbol of depth and cultural and economic value, you can purchase it from Khatoon Farm Store and enjoy its delightful aroma and flavor. If you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to contact us.