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epaselect epa12452480 Cockscomb (Celosia cristata) flowers in bloom are seen in a field at Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology, Kashmir (SKUAST-K), on the outskirts of Srinagar, the summer capital of Indian Kashmir, 14 October 2025. Cockscomb, known locally as 'Mawal' in Kashmir, is a vibrant annual flower used both as a garden plant and a culinary spice. The flowers, particularly the red varieties, are harvested, sun-dried, and powdered to create a natural, chemical-free red food colouring used in dishes of Wazwan, the multi-course Kashmiri speciality, such as Rogan Josh. EPA/FAROOQ KHAN