Saffron is a valued herb, obtained from the stigmas of the C. sativus Linn (Iridaceae), with
therapeutic effects. It has been described in pharmacopoeias to be variously acting …

Saffron (Crocus sativus L.) is a monocotyledonous herbaceous triploid plant that produces
the most expensive spice in the world. Its main constituents, crocin, picrocrocin, and …

Saffron, the golden spice, is a medicinally and economically important crop that is used in a
variety of cuisines to add colour, taste and aroma. Being the costliest spice, saffron is …

Psychotropic effect of Crocus sativus L.(family Iridaceae) biologically active chemical
compounds are quite well documented and they can therefore be used in addition to the …

The current review is informed about the effectiveness of plant-derived functional
components that aids in the regulation and health of endocrine glands. The endocrine …

Introduction The increasing interest on Crocus sativus L. over the last decades is caused by
its potential employment as a source of biologically active molecules, endowed with …

Saffron extracts of two different concentrations were prepared and used as a source of
natural antioxidants in whole wheat flour cookies. The effect on the color, texture and …

Crocins (CRs) and the related active constituents derived from Crocus sativus L.(Saffron)
have demonstrated protective effects against cerebral ischemia and ischemic stroke, with …

Saffron is an economically important multipurpose crop that is used as a spice, to obtain dye
and perfumes, and in the development of new drugs by pharmacists in relation to human …

Saffron (Crocus sativus L.) is among the world's most expensive crops; nevertheless, it
struggles to compete with weeds. Non-chemical farming practices, such as intercrop** …