Phytotherapic use of the Crocus sativus L. (Saffron) and its potential applications: A brief overview
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DOI: 10.1002/ptr.6181
Abstract: Crocus sativus L. (Saffron) has long been known for multiple target therapeutic uses. The plant metabolism is well investigated and the main metabolites related to saffron organoleptic qualities are crocin, crocetin, picrocrocin, and safranal. Particularly,… read more here.
Keywords: sativus saffron; use crocus; crocus sativus; phytotherapic use ... See more keywords
Establishment of Agrobacterium rhizogenes-mediated hairy root transformation of Crocus sativus L.
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DOI: 10.1007/s13205-020-02626-2
Abstract: Efficient transformation system for genetic improvement is essential in Crocus sativus, as it lacks sexual reproduction . This is the first report wherein an efficient protocol is developed for the transformation of Crocus sativus L.… read more here.
Keywords: transformation; crocus sativus; agrobacterium rhizogenes; transformation crocus ... See more keywords
A novel onsite and visual molecular technique to authenticate saffron (Crocus sativus) and its adulterants based on recombinase polymerase amplification
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DOI: 10.1016/j.foodcont.2019.01.011
Abstract: Abstract Saffron (Crocus sativus), one of the most expensive herbs in China, has been subject to various types of adulteration as a consequence of its high price and limited production. The present work describes a… read more here.
Keywords: saffron; saffron crocus; recombinase polymerase; crocus sativus ... See more keywords
Saffron (Crocus sativus) is an autotriploid that evolved in Attica (Greece) from wild Crocus cartwrightianus.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ympev.2019.03.022
Abstract: Crocus sativus, the saffron crocus, is the source of saffron, which is made from the dried stigmas of the plant. It is a male-sterile triploid lineage that ever since its origin has been propagated vegetatively.… read more here.
Keywords: crocus; crocus cartwrightianus; saffron; autotriploid evolved ... See more keywords
The effects of saffron (Crocus sativus L.) in conjunction with concurrent training on body composition, glycaemic status, and inflammatory markers in obese men with type 2 diabetes mellitus: A randomized double‐blind clinical trial
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DOI: 10.1111/bcp.15222
Abstract: Chronic inflammation is one of the major challenges in the management of obesity and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Our primary aim was to assess the anti‐inflammatory effects of Saffron (Crocus sativus L.) supplementation and… read more here.
Keywords: crocus sativus; saffron crocus; type diabetes; effects saffron ... See more keywords
TRPA1 mediates the antinociceptive properties of the constituent of Crocus sativus L., safranal
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DOI: 10.1111/jcmm.14099
Abstract: Safranal, contained in Crocus sativus L., exerts anti‐inflammatory and analgesic effects. However, the underlying mechanisms for such effects are poorly understood. We explored whether safranal targets the transient receptor potential ankyrin 1 (TRPA1) channel, which… read more here.
Keywords: trpa1; antinociceptive properties; trpa1 mediates; crocus sativus ... See more keywords
Optimization of mechanochemical‐assisted extraction and decoloration by resins of polysaccharides from petals of Crocus sativus L
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DOI: 10.1111/jfpp.13369
Abstract: Polysaccharide from petals of Crocus sativus (PPCs) was extracted by mechanochemical-assisted extraction (MCAE) method. The optimization of MCAE conditions was applied by the Response surface methodology. The optimal conditions were as follows: milling for 8.14… read more here.
Keywords: petals crocus; assisted extraction; crocus sativus; polysaccharides petals ... See more keywords
Influence of Drying Temperature on the Different Thermodynamic Parameters during the Indirect Convective Solar Drying of Crocus sativus L. Of Morocco Thin-Layer Solar Drying of Moroccan Saffron
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DOI: 10.1155/2022/1656862
Abstract: This work deals with the study of the drying kinetics of Crocus sativus L. using convective solar drying. The main objective was to identify the influence of airflow drying temperatures for ambient air temperature ranged… read more here.
Keywords: crocus sativus; influence; temperature; solar drying ... See more keywords
Study on Secondary Metabolites of Endophytic Fungus, Aspergillus fumigatus, from Crocus sativus L. Guided byUHPLC-HRMS/MS-Based Molecular Network
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DOI: 10.1155/2022/7067665
Abstract: As a traditional Chinese medicine, Crocus sativus Linn has been used for a long time in China. However, the studies on secondary metabolites of its endophytic fungi were not fully sufficient. Thus, the endophytic fungus,… read more here.
Keywords: metabolites endophytic; crocus sativus; secondary metabolites; molecular network ... See more keywords
The Pharmacological Activities of Crocus sativus L.: A Review Based on the Mechanisms and Therapeutic Opportunities of its Phytoconstituents
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DOI: 10.1155/2022/8214821
Abstract: Crocus species are mainly distributed in North Africa, Southern and Central Europe, and Western Asia, used in gardens and parks as ornamental plants, while Crocus sativus L. (saffron) is the only species that is cultivated… read more here.
Keywords: crocus sativus; activities crocus; phytoconstituents pharmacological; pharmacological activities ... See more keywords
Effect of Shade on Agro-Morphological Parameters and Weed Flora of Saffron (Crocus sativus L.) Cultivation in the Semiarid Zone of Eastern Morocco
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DOI: 10.1155/2022/9954404
Abstract: Saffron (Crocus sativus) has been an important medicinal plant since ancient times. This study aimed to seek the optimal light intensity for saffron growth by quantifying the effects of different shade levels on yield, vegetative… read more here.
Keywords: morocco; crocus sativus; cultivation; saffron crocus ... See more keywords