Safflower (Honghua)Although most people may not be very familiar with safflower, it is one of the earliest cultivated plants by humans, with a cultivation history dating back to 1900 BC. Safflower likely arrived in China during the Western Han Dynasty. The “Golden Coffer” from the Eastern Han Dynasty and the “Essential Techniques for the Common … Read more
Click the top left ↑ “Dao Yi Chen Ming” to follow the public account Hong Hua (Safflower) Hong Hua, the name of a Chinese herb, refers to the dried flowers of the plant Carthamus tinctorius L. from the Asteraceae family. The flowers are harvested in summer when they change from yellow to red and are … Read more
Safflower (Honghua) is a commonly used herb in daily life, known for its ability to invigorate blood circulation, regulate menstruation, and alleviate pain. Clinically, it is often used for conditions such as blood stasis leading to amenorrhea, dysmenorrhea, traumatic injuries, and rheumatic pain. Below, let us explore in detail the efficacy and functions of safflower. … Read more
Also known as: Du Honghua (Carthamus), Jin Honghua (Golden Safflower) Taste and Properties: Pungent in flavor, warm in nature; enters the Heart and Liver meridians. King of Linoleic Acid In clinical practice, Honghua is widely used and is known for its excellent ability to invigorate blood circulation and dispel blood stasis, as well as its … Read more
1. Alias Safflower, Red Flower, Thistle Flower. 2. Plant Morphology Annual herb. Height 40–100 cm. Stem erect, branched at the top, with fine shallow grooves on the surface. Hairless. Leaves alternate; nearly without petioles, slightly clasping the stem; leaf blades are long oval or ovate-lanceolate. Capitulum inflorescence terminal, 2–3 cm in diameter, arranged in an … Read more
Honghua (Safflower) Honghua, also known as Cao Honghua (草红花). Honghua has a unique fragrance and a slightly bitter taste. The best quality is characterized by long petals, bright red color, and soft texture. Honghua is mainly produced in Henan, Zhejiang, and Sichuan provinces. The efficacy and functions of Honghua are primarily manifested in promoting blood … Read more
Safflower (Honghua) has been cherished since ancient times as a rare and valuable medicine. It offers numerous benefits for the body. It can effectively unblock the meridians, promote blood circulation, dispel stasis, and relieve pain. It is indicated for conditions such as blood stasis, amenorrhea, dysmenorrhea, postpartum abdominal pain due to stasis, chest pain, masses, … Read more
This Issue’s Science Popularization Expert The Magical Effects of Safflower: Unveiling the ‘Beauty Treasure’ of Traditional Chinese Medicine Responsible Person for This Issue | Xia Huizhu Safflower, also known as Honghua (Carthamus tinctorius), has been revered since ancient times as a ‘beauty treasure’ in the field of TCM. It holds a significant position in TCM … Read more
Zang Hong Hua (Saffron) and Hong Hua (Safflower) have names that differ by only one character, yet they are two entirely different medicinal herbs. Moreover, there is a significant price difference between these two herbs; Zang Hong Hua (also known as Xihonghua or Crocus sativus) is a precious medicinal herb, very expensive and hard to … Read more
Author: Wu Qiong, Chief Pharmacist, Department of Pharmacy, Southern Theater Command General Hospital; Sun Chunling Editor: Fu Yongjin, Chief Pharmacist, Guangzhou Red Cross Hospital Affiliated to Jinan University Honghua (Safflower) Honghua is a commonly used Chinese medicinal herb with significant medicinal value. Below, I will provide a detailed introduction to the effects, types, usage, and … Read more