Crocus species are mainly distributed in North Africa, Southern and Central Europe, and
Western Asia, used in gardens and parks as ornamental plants, while Crocus sativus …

The phenylpropanoid pathway in plants is responsible for the biosynthesis of a huge amount
of secondary metabolites derived from phenylalanine and tyrosine. Both flavonoids and …

The multigene family of enzymes known as glycosyltransferases or popularly known as GTs
catalyze the addition of carbohydrate moiety to a variety of synthetic as well as natural …

The present article is the first comprehensive review on the chemical composition and
pharmacological activities of the raw materials of Crocus species. In the present review, data …

Saffron, a Crocus sativus L. derivative, has been recognized for its medical benefits since
ancient times. Besides being an active flavoring and coloring agent in several food items …

Saffron is a high-quality and expensive spice being widely subjected to adulteration. An
UHPLC-ESI/QTOF-MS metabolomic-based approach was therefore used to investigate the …

The present state of knowledge concerning developmental processes and the secondary
metabolism of saffron, Crocus sativus L.(Iridaceae), along with the genes involved in these …

Background Crocus sativus stigmas form rich source of apocarotenoids like crocin,
picrocrocin and saffranal which besides imparting color, flavour and aroma to saffron spice …

Saffron “Crocus sativus” is a plant of the Iridaceae family. Its therapeutic virtues have been
known since antiquity; it is used in traditional medicine and culinary preparations. It is also …

The glycosylation of flavonoids increases their solubility and stability in plants. Flowers
accumulate anthocyanidin and flavonol glycosides which are synthesized by UDP-sugar …