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Bliss of Earth Stone Flowers also called as patthar ke phool or dagad phool in hindi is one of the most unusual spices in the Indian repertoire. It is a rare dried flower and a dominant spice in all chettinad preparations. Also known as Kalpasi, stone flower is a soft brownish and black coloured lichen that gives the signature black color to various cuisine. It has a strong earthy atom and a very dry, light fluffy texture and feel to it. It is widely used in chettinad cuisine and to some extent in Hyderabad and Marathi cuisine.