safflower vs. saffron

safflower

[ saf-lou-er ]show ipa

noun

1. a thistlelike composite plant, Carthamus tinctorius, native to the Old World, having finely toothed leaves and large, orange-red flower heads.
2. its dried florets, used medicinally or as a red dyestuff.

saffron

[ saf-ruhn ]show ipa

noun

1. a crocus, Crocus sativus, having showy purple flowers.
2. an orange-colored condiment consisting of its dried stigmas, used to color and flavor foods.
3. a yellowish-orange color.