Saffron : Jammu & Kashmir is the largest producer of Saffron in India


KESHAR/ KUMKUM 
Crocus sativus 



Saffron plant is a bulbous, perennial with globular corms, having 15 to 20 cm height. This plant is native to Europe and grown in Mediterranean countries like Spain, Austria, France, Greece, England, Iran and Turkey. In India, Saffron is mainly cultivated in Jammu & Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh.

Jammu & Kashmir is the largest producer of Saffron in India and India is the 3rd highest producer of Saffron in World. Answer: The state which produces largest amount bof saffron is Jammu and Kashmir.

Saffron is a powerful spice high in antioxidants. It has been linked to health benefits, such as improved mood, libido, and sexual function, as well as reduced PMS symptoms and enhanced weight loss. Best of all, it's generally safe for most people and easy to add to your diet.

Why saffron is the world's most expensive spice?
Harvesting saffron requires a lot of physical labor to get the flowers from the field to final packaging. The harvesting process plus its distinct flavor, smell, and color make it the most expensive spice in the world. ... It is easily the world's most expensive spice.




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