Swanson Full Spectrum Saffron Whole Ground Stigmas offers you an exotic herbal supplement with untapped benefits. Saffron is widely known as one of the most expensive spices in the world. Commonly associated with Persian cuisine, it is cultivated primarily in Iran, Spain and India. In addition to its use as a spice and coloring agent, saffron has a history of use in healthcare dating back to ancient times. Today, saffron is enjoying renewed interest within the medical research community and studies supporting its use are accumulating rapidly. Our Swanson Saffron capsules feature whole ground stigmas of the highest quality Spanish saffron.