PURE PERSIAN SAFFRON CAFFEINATED : Originally from the Persian Empire, saffron is a spice derived from the flower of the Crocus sativus plant. Each flower bears three stigmas. These stigmas are dried and used as a spice in cooking and baking. Saffron is largely cultivated and harvested by hand. Due to the amount of labor involved in harvesting, saffron is considered one of the world's most expensive spices. The stigmas are also used to make medicine. Saffron is used for asthma, cough, whooping cough (pertussis), and to loosen phlegm (as an expectorant). A carotenoid dye allows saffron to impart a golden yellow color to a food dish. Fine quality, Grade A Persian Saffron 5gr $25 #7012