I'm trying to figure out the origin of saffron. I want to know which country this spice originally comes from. Can someone help me with this information?
5 answers
Carlo
Sun Nov 10 2024
It is believed that saffron first emerged in Crete among the ancient Minoans.
SamsungShineBrightnessRadianceGlitter
Sun Nov 10 2024
Although many have speculated that saffron originated in Western or Central Asia, botanical research has refuted this claim.
EchoSolitude
Sun Nov 10 2024
Saffron is a triploid form of a species known as Crocus cartwrightianus.
CharmedClouds
Sun Nov 10 2024
In fact, Minoan depictions of saffron are now widely recognized to be representations of Crocus cartwrightianus.
CryptoVisionaryGuard
Sun Nov 10 2024
This particular species is predominantly found in Eastern Greece.