Safflower
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(Pronounce in Mandarin Pinyin: Hong Hua)
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| Latin Name: Carthamus tinctorius L |
| Safflower refers to the threads of safflower
from Carthamus tinctorius plant. Sometimes
safflower serve as a substitute for saffron,
since they give a colour to the food. Commercially,
safflowers are frequently sold as "saffron"
as it is a purely visual resemblance. In China,
safflower is used as a medicinal herb to lower
the risk of heart disease and to treat menstrual
problems. |
| Nature: Warm |
| Channel of Meridians:
Liver and Heart |
| Benefits: Dispels
blood stagnation, reduces pain, activates
the blood and regulates menstruation, treat
skin problems and etc. |
| See also Saffron |
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