Dried Safflower Hong Hua 500g Natural Sun-Dried Chinese Herbal Flower for Tea Foot Soak and Decoction

Dried Safflower, known in TCM as Hong Hua (红花), from Carthamus tinctorius, consisting of whole dried tubular florets. This sun-dried raw herb is traditionally associated with invigorating blood circulation in TCM theory. Its warm nature and pungent flavor make it a valued ingredient in herbal teas, foot soaks, and decoctions. Suitable for traditional herbal preparation and daily wellness routines.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried safflower florets from Xinjiang, sun-dried without added dyes
• Botanical source Carthamus tinctorius, a classic TCM blood-invigorating herb
• 500g bulk pack suitable for regular herbal tea and foot soak use
• Warm and pungent in TCM nature, traditionally linked to heart and liver channels
• Versatile raw herb for decoctions, infusions, and external foot baths

Quality & Sensory

Typically orange-red to reddish-orange tubular florets with a soft, slightly loose texture. The aroma is characteristically mild and grassy. When steeped or decocted, the liquid typically takes on a golden-yellow to orange hue with a lightly bitter, pungent taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep a small amount in hot water as a traditional herbal infusion
• Add to foot soak water for a warming external herbal bath
• Simmer in herbal decoctions following traditional formulas
• Blend with other TCM herbs in seasonal wellness preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Hong Hua is traditionally used to invigorate blood and dispel stasis, and it has long appeared in classical decoction formulas. It is commonly paired with herbs such as Dang Gui or Tao Ren in traditional practice. Externally, it is a popular ingredient in warming foot soaks, especially during cold seasons.

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