Definition of corral for English Language Learners. : an area that is surrounded by a fence and that is used for holding animals (such as cows and horses) on a farm or ranch.
Saffron contains a poison that acts on the central nervous system and damages the kidneys. Large doses can have severe effects; 10-12 grams is a fatal dose for humans. The high cost of saffron and the availability of synthetic substitutes make its use as a medicine rare. Use only the anthers; corms are poisonous.
Useful from Past to Present. Saffron can be used for, not only dyes and cooking, but also, as seen throughout history and proved in today's research, for many medical purposes.