Crocin facts for kids
Crocin is a chemical compound that produces a type of natural pigment. It is found in the flowers of crocus and gardenia plants. It has a deep red colour. Crocin is what is mainly responsible for the colour of saffron. It is also called saffronin or polychroite.
Crocin was used as a dye for textiles. Because it is unstable it is no longer used for that purpose..
See also
In Spanish: Crocin para niños
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