Which flower is used for producing the spice saffron?

Correct answer: Autumn crocus

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quicksilver
quicksilver
autumn crocus, not to be confused with autumn crocus which is poisonous?
The Salamander
The Salamander
quicksilver, The answer contradicts itself!
* Seshati *
* Seshati *
Only a few strands needed it’s a strong taste but lovely also gives dishes a nice colour too.
Paisley
Paisley
quicksilver, i googled it and the safe version of autumn crocus doesnt exist. there is only the colchicine variety, which is toxic, but in proper dose is medicinal.
J
J
I had lovely crocus in my garden for about a day …my American Bulldog pup loved them so much that he brought some in for me bulbs and all!!!! Lol
john homes
john homes
the most expensive spice in the whole world
Player #92723922
Player #92723922
quicksilver, Read it again.What it says is that the saffron crocus should not be confused with the meadow crocus
mum
mum
quicksilver, I noticed that glaring contradiction too. As an amateur gardener I wanted to know which variety I can plant to harvest my own saffron.
Thandie morrison
Thandie morrison
Please do not eat they are not good for you guys
Elenora
Elenora
Peddi,yes
Peddi
Peddi
The unknown answer is mostly correct
m shirya 💖😍💪👑💓💞👀❤
m shirya 💖😍💪👑💓💞👀❤
very expensive 🤔
DionisSenjo
DionisSenjo
Yes we put this when we make tea. It’s very good
LynnBells
LynnBells
quicksilver, I noticed that mistake as well.
Starfire 0077,💘❤️
Starfire 0077,💘❤️
OMG! I am confused. Do they grow in the autumn season?🧐🤔😳
Rick-N-Bacher
Rick-N-Bacher
quicksilver, or Krocus which is a metal band
Luvachat
Luvachat
Don't get the question, then, because the right answer was the Autumn Crocus yet the explanation says 'not to be confused with the autumn crocus