Safflower Hong Hua 500g Dried Flower Tea Grade Xinjiang Carthamus Tinctorius Loose Herbal Tea

Safflower, known in TCM as Hong Hua (红花), is the dried flower of Carthamus tinctorius. These loose dried florets are sourced from Xinjiang and sold as a raw edible botanical for herbal tea and traditional preparations. In TCM theory, Hong Hua is pungent in flavor and warm in nature, traditionally associated with the heart and liver channels. Traditionally used in decoctions and infusions, it is a classic ingredient in Chinese herbal practice. This product is a food-grade botanical and is not intended to replace medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Premium grade dried safflower florets from Xinjiang, China
• Botanical source Carthamus tinctorius, known in TCM as Hong Hua (红花)
• Loose 500g bulk pack suitable for herbal tea and decoction use
• Sulfur-free processing with natural orange-red florets
• Traditionally used in TCM for promoting blood circulation and regulating menstruation

Quality & Sensory

The florets typically display a vivid orange to orange-red color with a soft, slightly tubular texture. They carry a mild, grassy-floral aroma. When steeped, the infusion typically takes on a golden-yellow hue with a light, faintly herbal taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep as a standalone herbal infusion or blend with other botanicals
• Simmer in traditional herbal decoctions
• Combine with goji berries or chrysanthemum for a floral tea blend
• Use in seasonal wellness recipes and herbal foot soaks

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Hong Hua is traditionally used to invigorate blood circulation and support healthy menstruation, often appearing in classic formulas alongside herbs such as Dang Gui and Chuan Xiong. It is commonly prepared as a simple infusion or added to decoctions. In folk tradition, safflower is also used in foot baths and seasonal wellness blends, particularly during colder months.

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