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Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius) is cultivated worldwide, with various types categorized generally into ornamental, oil-producing, and dual-purpose varieties. In China, safflower is primarily cultivated for medicinal use, with the main varieties being: (1) “Du Hong Hua” (杜红花) This variety is mainly distributed in Jiangsu and Zhejiang provinces, with a height of 80-120 cm; it has 27-30 … Read more
Safflower (Honghua), also known as Carthamus tinctorius, is the dried tubular flower of a dicotyledonous plant in the Asteraceae family, with the best quality characterized by long petals, bright red color, and soft texture. Safflower is a common herb used for invigorating blood circulation, regulating menstruation, removing blood stasis, and relieving pain. The variety known … Read more
Safflower, also known as Honghua (Carthamus tinctorius), belongs to the Asteraceae family and is used medicinally for its ability to invigorate blood circulation, dispel blood stasis, and relieve swelling and pain. It is primarily indicated for conditions such as dysmenorrhea, amenorrhea, uterine blood stasis, and traumatic injuries. In addition to its medicinal uses, safflower is … Read more
Hong Hua (Safflower) Most effective for resolving blood stasis and heat In larger doses, it promotes circulation In smaller doses, it nourishes the blood Hong Hua, a name in traditional Chinese medicine, refers to the dried flowers of the plant Carthamus tinctorius, a member of the Asteraceae family. The flowers are harvested in summer when … Read more
Safflower (Honghua), also known as Red Flower or Thistle Flower, belongs to the Asteraceae family and the genus Carthamus. It has a distinctive aroma and a slightly bitter taste. The best quality is characterized by long petals, bright red color, and soft texture. 1. Cardiac Inhibition Safflower has an inhibitory effect on the heart, slowing … Read more
Source: Zhangjiagang Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital In daily life, we often come across many traditional Chinese medicinal materials. Can you recognize them all? Jiangsu Provincial Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine has specially created the “Traditional Chinese Medicine Encyclopedia” series to help everyone understand the herbal medicines in daily life. Stay tuned! ▼▼▼ Source This product … Read more
Zanghonghua (Saffron) and Honghua (Safflower) have names that differ by only one character, yet they are two distinctly different medicinal materials in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Moreover, there is a significant price difference between these two herbs; Zanghonghua (also known as Xihonghua or Crocus sativus) is a precious medicinal herb that is very expensive and … Read more
Properties and Channels: Pungent, warm. Enters the Heart and Liver meridians. Functions: Invigorates blood circulation and dispels blood stasis; regulates menstruation. Applications: 1. Used for dysmenorrhea, blood stasis leading to amenorrhea, postpartum abdominal pain due to blood stasis, masses and accumulations, traumatic injuries with pain and numbness, as well as joint pain. Hong Hua (Safflower) … Read more
Safflower (Honghua): Efficacy, Functions, and Contraindications 1. Introduction Safflower, a well-known medicinal herb in the field of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), contributes significantly to health with its unique benefits and functions. However, safflower is not suitable for everyone, and there are four groups of people who need to pay special attention to its contraindications. 2. … Read more
▲ Pharmacist Guan discusses Hong Hua Hong Hua (Carthamus tinctorius) is a commonly used medicinal herb since ancient times. Many people confuse it with Xi Hong Hua (Crocus sativus), but the two differ in both properties and effects. Although Hong Hua has a wide range of uses, consuming it carelessly may lead to adverse effects, … Read more