(Crocus sativus), medicinal plant today known more for its culinary use and for its taste than for its therapeutic properties. It is very expensive and in therapy he should use a gram a day. It is an excellent sedative and emmenagogue: therefore useful to look forward, to excited, to those who suffer from poor digestion and in cases of painful menstruation. It is ideal to season pasta and risotto, but also main courses and desserts.