--- product_id: 368551554 title: "Stone Flower Spice 50 Gram | Pathar Phool | Dagad Phool | Chhabila | Kalpasi Spice | Permalia Perlata | Rock Flower Stone | Patthar Ke Phool | (50 Gram Pack of 1)" brand: "shirish masala" price: "£3.82" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/368551554-stone-flower-spice-50-gram-pathar-phool-dagad-phool-chhabila store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Rare Indian lichen spice Roast to unlock aroma 50g premium pack Stone Flower Spice 50 Gram | Pathar Phool | Dagad Phool | Chhabila | Kalpasi Spice | Permalia Perlata | Rock Flower Stone | Patthar Ke Phool | (50 Gram Pack of 1) **Brand:** shirish masala **Price:** £3.82 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌟 Unlock the secret spice that chefs swear by! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Stone Flower Spice 50 Gram | Pathar Phool | Dagad Phool | Chhabila | Kalpasi Spice | Permalia Perlata | Rock Flower Stone | Patthar Ke Phool | (50 Gram Pack of 1) by shirish masala - **How much does it cost?** £3.82 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/368551554-stone-flower-spice-50-gram-pathar-phool-dagad-phool-chhabila) ## Best For - shirish masala enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted shirish masala brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Unique Texture & Usage:** Light, fluffy, and uncrushable—tear it like cellophane tape to release its full flavor potential. - • **Versatile Flavor Booster:** Perfect for biryanis, nihari, pav bhaji, and rich meat stews, adding depth and intrigue to your cooking. - • **Elevate Your Culinary Game:** Infuse dishes with an earthy, complex aroma that transforms everyday meals into gourmet experiences. - • **Authentic Regional Heritage:** Sourced from India’s finest, this spice is a staple in Chettinad, Maharashtrian, and North Indian masalas. - • **Premium Quality & Convenience:** 50 grams of carefully packed stone flower, ready to store and use for your next culinary masterpiece. ## Overview Shirish Masala Stone Flower Spice (50g) is a rare Indian lichen known for its strong earthy aroma and unique fluffy texture. Widely used in regional Indian cuisines like Chettinad and Maharashtrian, it enhances dishes such as biryani, nihari, and pav bhaji. Best roasted in oil and torn by hand, this spice elevates flavors with just a small quantity, making it a must-have for adventurous home chefs seeking authentic taste. ## Description Stone flower or some of the other names for it include shaileyam in Sanskrit, kalpasi in Tamil, Dagar da Phool in Punjabi, Dagad phool in Marathi, Raathi Pootha (Banda puvvu) in Telugu "Kallu hoovu" in Kannada and Patthar ke phool in Hindi, "Bojhwar" and "Chadila" in northern India. It's a species of lichen used as a spice in India. Black Stone Flower is one of the most unusual spices in the Indian repertoire. It is a rare dried flower and a dominant spice in all. It is widely used in Chettinad cuisine and to some extent in Hyderabadi and Marathi cuisine. Typically used in chicken curries, Maharashtrian 'Goda' masala, meat dishes like nahari (Paaya), Bombay biryani, Goat meat stews and also used in some vegetarian dishes. It is one of the ingredients in East Indian Bottle Masala, which is used for cooking meats, fish and vegetables. It has a strong earthy aroma and a very dry, light fluffy texture and feels to it. When used in small quantities, it imparts a strong aroma and flavour to the preparation. For better results, it should be roasted in a little oil to release its full aroma. It took your pav bhaji flavour to another level. You can’t crush or grind it - instead, it should be torn down like cellophane tape. Store in a cool and dry place, avoid using a wet spoon to handle this product. ## Features - Black stone flower also known as Patthar ke phool,kalpasi in Tamil, Dagar da Phool in Punjabi, Dagad phool in Marathi, Raathi Pootha (Banda puvvu) in Telugu "Kallu hoovu" in Kannada and Patthar ke phool in Hindi, "Bojhwar" and "Chadila" in northern India,has an incredible flavour enhancing effect when added to dishes during cooking. - It has a strong earthy aroma and a very dry, light fluffy texture and feels to it. When used in small quantities, it imparts a strong aroma and flavour to the preparation. For better results, it should be roasted in a little oil to release its full aroma. It took your pav bhaji flavour to another level. - It is widely used in Chettinad cuisine,in making Goda Masala,Maharashtrian Kala (Black) masala as well as Lucknawi Potli, East Indian Bottle Masala, Malvani Masala and even North Indian Garam Masala,As a soup thickner,In Nalli Nihari and Biryani, - It has a strong earthy aroma and a very dry, light fluffy texture and feels to it. When used in small quantities, it imparts a strong aroma and flavour to the preparation. For better results, it should be roasted in a little oil to release its full aroma. It took your pav bhaji flavour to another level. - You can’t crush or grind it - instead, it should be torn down like cellophane tape. Store in a cool and dry place, avoid using a wet spoon to handle this product. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Asin | B09J931918 | | Country Of Origin | India | | Generic Name | Stone Flower Spice | | Item Dimensions Lxwxh | 10 x 10 x 5 Centimeters | | Item Weight | 50 g | | Manufacturer | Shah Mutha Parasmal Jain, Shah Mutha Parasmal Jain,Jodhpur Road,Pipar City-342601.Dist.-Jodhpur,Rajasthan. Call us :+919413133857 or Email us at :ravimutha609@gmail.com | | Net Quantity | 50.0 Grams | | Packer | Shah Mutha Parasmal Jain,Jodhpur Road,Pipar City-342601.Dist.-Jodhpur,Rajasthan. Call us :+919413133857 or Email us at :ravimutha609@gmail.com | | Product Dimensions | 10 x 10 x 5 cm; 50 g | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Shirish Masala - **Diet Type:** Vegetarian - **Flavour:** Masala - **Item Form:** Whole - **Item Weight:** 50 Grams - **Net Quantity:** 50.0 Grams - **Number of Items:** 1 - **Number of Pieces:** 1 - **Speciality:** Vegetarian ## Images ![Stone Flower Spice 50 Gram | Pathar Phool | Dagad Phool | Chhabila | Kalpasi Spice | Permalia Perlata | Rock Flower Stone | Patthar Ke Phool | (50 Gram Pack of 1) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51QLpdYaBzL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good but too expensive to buy online. Local market price is 5 times less *by on Reviewed in India 9 April 2026* It's good but the price is too high. In local vegetable market in karnataka you get it for a fraction of the price. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good quality *by on Reviewed in India 13 December 2023* Quality is good. The flavor is intact. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Kebab recipe *by on Reviewed in India 27 May 2023* I used in stone flowers my kebab recipe and this stone flowers was so smooth and good smell so everybody loves my kebab ## Frequently Bought Together - Shirish Masala Stone Flower Spice 50 Gram | Pathar Phool | Dagad Phool | Chhabila | Kalpasi Spice | Permalia Perlata | Rock Flower Stone | Patthar Ke Phool | (50 Gram Pack of 1) - Chounk Kabab Chini Natural Fresh & Pure | Kabab Chini | Shital Chini | Tailed Pepper | Vegan | Gluten Free kabab chini 50gm - Chounk Premium Pipli Long Pepper Whole - 50 Gram| Long Pepper Pippali, (Pipli,Pipal Badi, Pippali), Black Pepper, Whole Spices --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/368551554-stone-flower-spice-50-gram-pathar-phool-dagad-phool-chhabila](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/368551554-stone-flower-spice-50-gram-pathar-phool-dagad-phool-chhabila) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-09-07*