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NAMES: – Saffron (Kesar), ZAFFRON, ALZAFFRON, KESAR, KESHER, KUMKUM, KESHRSHRI, KONG.
SPICIE: – Saffron (Kesar) Crocus Sitivus Linn
USES: – Flavoring and pure colouring agent act as Stimulant, sedative and expectorant. Durative of Yellowish, Red, Glycoside, Crocin and essential oils of aroma. Use in Ayurved, Zarda, Sweets, Milk, Perfumes, Ice-cream, confectionery, cooked dishes, Shakes As well as for worship etc.
SOIL: – Light Loam Fertile soil, The P.H of the soil from neutral to moderately alkaline (7.5).
CLIMATE: – Germinates under a Temperature of 20° to 22° C.
SOIL PREPARATION: – plugging of the soil is done five times with tractor about 20 to 30 CMS deep.
PLANTATION SEASON: – Bulbs (corm) are planted from August-September.
HARVESTING: – From 15th October to 15th November.
CROP YEILD: – 2.5 to 3.5 kg per acre. 100 grams of Saffron (Kesar) can be obtained from 20,000 flowers of Saffron (Kesar).