Salsify
(Tragopogon), is a group of flowering plant species in the sunflower
family. It is also known as goatsbeard. Although, Salsify is a native
of Europe and the Middle East, but is now available through its
various species across many parts of the world including North
America and Australia. Salsify is basically grown for its decorative
flowers, eatable root vegetables, and medicinal properties. The
commonly used species of Salsifies are the purple salsify (Tragopogon
Porrifolius) and black salsify (Scorzonera hispanica) which are also
known as oyster plant due to the oyster like a flavor of their cooked
roots. Salsify is a prominent dietary source of inulin, rich in
potassium, low in sodium content and offers the good amount of
protein. Salsify is beneficial due to its ability to lower blood
pressure, boost the immune system, increase circulation. Salsify is a
form of prebiotic fiber and thereby backs to a healthy digestive
system and body metabolism; it also kindles hair growth. It creates a
positive impact on bone mineral density.
Salsify
Market Segmentation
Salsify
market
is segmented by species, form, distribution channel and region. By
species, it is segmented as black salsify (Scorzonera hispanica),
purple salsify (Tragopogon Porrifolius) and yellow salsify
(Tragopogon dubius). The black salsify species being more widespread
and shared in use with a fleshy interior of the root being eatable as
cooked vegetable.
By
form, Salsify market is segmented as; fresh, frozen, and canned. The
frozen and canned cuts of Salsify root vegetables are commonly
available across the European countries in the supermarket's chains
such as Waitrose, Tesco, and others.
By
distribution channel Salsify market is segmented as; convenience
stores, modern trade, and online retail. The significant share of
revenue being driven by modern trade, whereas the online retail is
expected to gain momentum shortly due to the less availability in a
retail market outside the Europe.
By
region, the Salsify market is segmented into Europe, Middle East &
Africa, North America, Asia Pacific and Latin America. Europe with
its high share in Salsify consumption attributed to high-level
salsify availability in the region. It is commonly consumed as
vegetables in countries such as Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands and
other Southern European and Middle Eastern countries and is also
enfranchised in the U.S. due to the medicinal/herbal usage of yellow
salsify which is also known as western salsify.
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Salsify
market Global Market Trends and Market Drivers:
The
growth of herbal healthcare market remains persistent due to its
appeal as healthy and safe to use products. The sedentary lifestyle
among people is creating an ever increasing demand for health and
wellness promoting natural remedial products. Salsify with its
natural ability to lower blood pressure and its beneficial impacts on
liver and gallbladder related issues has propelled its importance
among consumers suffering from stomach and liver related diseases.
Salsify is a significant source of iron, potassium, calcium,
manganese, phosphorous, magnesium, and copper, as well as vitamins
including ascorbic acid, pantothenic acid, thiamine, riboflavin,
folate, and vitamin B6. Salsify also has significant amounts of
dietary fiber, protein, and inulin. The rising awareness of Salsify’s
nutritional and herbal benefits among health-conscious consumers,
urge for natural food intakes and acceptance of multi-culinary
tradition across the globe is driving the market for Salsify on only
in Europe but in other parts of the world. However, the ideal climate
conditions required for the cultivation of Salsify is not suitably
available across many regions of the world except for few southern
European and Middle Eastern countries. This nature-based obstacle is
anticipated to affect the natural cultivation of Salsify.
Salsify
Market Key Players:
The
suppliers of Salsify in the market are spread globally. The key
players in salsify market are Alys Flower, Suttons U.K., Fine Food
Specialists, CN Seeds Ltd., Natora, and Bonduelle.