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In texts of Ayurveda the herb Crocus Sativus or kumkuma or saffron is grouped under "Varnya" gana. Varnya means the one which imparts fairness and glow to skin.
Saffron is one of the costliest spices used in Ayurveda, Unani and Chinese medicinal preparations. It is used extensively in European, North African, and Asian cuisines as a seasoning and coloring agent. The history of this plant's origin and cultivation can be traced back to 3000 years in the region of Central Asia.