| Category | Key Details |
|---|---|
| Spice Known as Red Gold | Saffron is called Red Gold due to its deep red color and high market price. |
| Origin & Production | Derived from the purple flower Crocus sativus; each flower yields only 3 red threads. |
| Production Process | Requires 150,000 flowers for 1 kg; entirely handpicked, making it labor-intensive. |
| Historical Significance | Used for over 3,000 years in food, medicine, perfumes, and religious rituals. |
| Health Benefits | Improves digestion, mood, brain function, heart health, and skin glow; used in Ayurveda. |
| Global Production | Iran is the world's largest producer due to favorable climate and soil. |
| Indian Production | Mainly grown in Jammu & Kashmir (Pampore region); has a GI tag for authenticity. |
| Economic Value | High demand in global trade for cooking, medicine, and cosmetics; sells at premium prices. |
| Interesting Fact | Blooms once a year, lasts briefly, and a few strands can flavor an entire dish. |
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