), often known as Indian saffron, is a member from the ginger family members. It colours foodstuff golden yellow but has another taste from saffron. Turmeric is used to extend powdered saffron by unscrupulous vendors. بیشتر منابع، زادگاه زعفران را، شهرستان قاینات ایران می‌دانند.[۶] بیشترین زعفران جهان در استان خراسان https://zaffrona.com/wiki/