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| Crocus sativus Family: Iridaceae Saffron Origin: Southwest Asia ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() The flower has three stigmas, which are the distal ends of the plant's carpels. Together with its style, the stalk connecting the stigmas to the rest of the plant, these components are often dried and used in cooking as a seasoning and coloring agent. Saffron also has medicinal applications. |
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