(I) Plant Characteristics and Variety Introduction 1. Plant Characteristics: The vine can grow up to 9 meters long, with hollow stems and multiple branches. The leaves are opposite, oval or elongated oval, measuring 3-8 cm in length and 1-3 cm in width, with young leaves having short soft hairs and a gray-green underside. Flowers grow … Read more
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, 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