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Safflower

Safflower

Safflower threads imported from India

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Safflower

Safflower is a highly branched, herbaceous, thistle-like annual. It is commercially cultivated for vegetable oil extracted from the seeds. Plants are 30 to 150 cm tall with globular flower heads having yellow, orange, or red flowers. Each branch will usually have from one to five flower heads containing 15 to 20 seeds per head. Safflower is native to arid environments having seasonal rain. It grows a deep taproot which enables it to thrive in such environments.

Safflower has a strong, but pleasant taste. As an herbal tea, it comes with many health benefits. For thousands of years, safflower was mostly used for its beautifully vivid colour. The bright yellow and red plant was cultivated as a multipurpose dye. Items dyed by the safflower plant were usually items of value, and often used in religious ceremonies.

Today, safflower tea is used as a drink for those who want to relax, enjoy the aroma, and to help improve their overall health.

Ingredients

Safflower threads (Carthamus tinctorius)

Specifications

Serving Size: 2.5g /cup
Steeping Temp: 100°C
Steeping Time: 5 mins.
Origin: India
Caffeine: Caffeine Free
Certification: Organic
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Safflower has been cultivated since ancient times for its brightly colored flowers, which were used as a natural dye. The plant's vibrant orange, red, and yellow hues were particularly prized in ancient Egypt, where it was used to dye the cloth wrappings of mummies. Archeological evidence shows that safflower dyes were used as early as 3500 BCE, making it one of the oldest known dyes.
Medicinal Applications
In traditional Chinese medicine, safflower, known as Honghua, has been used for centuries to treat a variety of ailments. It is believed to invigorate the blood, alleviate pain, and treat conditions such as menstrual disorders and cardiovascular issues. The plant's seeds are also rich in linoleic acid, which has been used to promote heart health and reduce cholesterol levels.
Cultural Folklore
Safflower's bright and fiery flowers are often associated with themes of vitality and life. In Persian folklore, safflower was believed to have magical properties that could bring good fortune and protect against evil spirits. The plant was often included in rituals and ceremonies to invoke these protective qualities.
One fascinating story from ancient Greek mythology involves safflower as a symbol of unattainable love and beauty. According to the myth, a young man named Crocus fell in love with a beautiful nymph named Smilax. However, the gods transformed him into a safflower plant, symbolizing his eternal love and the unfulfilled desires of the human heart.

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