Dagadful, also known as stone flower, is a traditional raw masala ingredient used in many regional Indian spice blends, especially in Maharashtrian and South Indian masalas. It has a subtle earthy, smoky aroma and is mainly used as a background flavouring spice that adds depth and complexity to masala formulations. Dagadful is commonly included in goda masala, kala masala, biryani masala, and special regional blends.