Question

Saffron is obtained from which part of plants?

• A. Leaf
• B. Stigma and style
• C. Stem
• D. Anther

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Stigma and style

The correct option is B.

Explanation of correct option:

1. The stigma and style of the plant are used to make saffron.
2. It comes from the crimson points of the stigmas and is the most costly spice.

Explanation of incorrect options:

Option A:

1. Leaf is the principal part of the plant that helps in photosynthesis.
2. Saffron is not obtained from leaves.

Option C:

1. A vascular plant's stem is one of two primary structural axes, the other being the root.
2. Saffron is not obtained from stem.

Option D:

1. Anther is the male part of the flower.
2. Saffron is not obtained from the anther.

Final answer: Saffron is obtained from stigma and style of plant.