ZafranSaffron comes from the lily family and it is carefully picked from the sticky part of the crocus flower called stigma. It is then separated from the white style and laid out onto a sieve to be treated by heat to achieve a richer flavor. This long and delicate process where each thread has to be harvested by hand, is the reason behind this crop being expensive. It has various medicinal benefits which is why despite its cost, it is still high in demand.