Saffron: Crocus Sativus L. collects together all of the existing information in connection with the biology, chemistry, technology and utilization of this plant genus.

This volume is a major reference source for all concerned with medicinal and aromatic plants.

Contents

1. Saffron Cultivation: Past, Present and Future Prospects The Saffron Plant (Crocus sativus L.) and its Allies
2. Botany, Taxonomy and Cytology of Crocus sativus L. and its Allies
3. Reproduction Biology of Saffron and its Allies
4. Saffron Chemistry The Present State of Saffron Cultivation and Technology
5. Saffron (Crocus sativus L.) in Italy
6. Saffron Cultivation in Azerbaijan
7. Saffron Cultivation in Greece
8. Saffron Cultivation in Morocco
9. Saffron Technology Futuristic Aspects of Saffron Cultivation, Usage and Industry
10. Saffron in Biological and Medical Research
11. Mechanized Saffron Cultivation, Including Harvesting
12. Sterility and Perspectives for Genetic Improvement of Crocus sativus L.
13. In Vitro Propagation and Secondary Metabolite Production in Crocus sativus L.

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