Safflower Hong Hua Dried Flower Petals 500g Xinjiang Herbal Tea Wine and Foot Soak Ingredient

Safflower, known in TCM as Hong Hua (红花) and pronounced hóng huā, is the dried flower of Carthamus tinctorius. These orange-red thread-like petals are sourced from Xinjiang and sold as a raw edible botanical. In TCM theory Hong Hua is pungent and warm and is traditionally associated with the heart and liver channels. Traditionally used in herbal teas, infusions, wine, and foot soaks, it should be used according to traditional guidance.

Key Selling Points

• Dried safflower petals from Xinjiang, a classic Chinese herbal botanical
• Botanical source Carthamus tinctorius, flower petals only
• Traditionally valued in TCM as a pungent warm herb linked to heart and liver channels
• Versatile raw form suitable for infusing, wine steeping, and foot soaks
• Supplied as a 500g pack of edible-grade dried flowers

Quality & Sensory

Typically bright orange to orange-red in color with soft, thread-like tubular petals and a light grassy aroma. When steeped, the petals typically release a warm golden-red hue and a mild, slightly bitter herbal taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep a small amount in hot water as a traditional herbal tea
• Add to liquor for traditional herbal wine infusion
• Use as an ingredient in warm foot soaks
• Blend into herbal decoction formulas under traditional guidance

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice Hong Hua is traditionally associated with invigorating blood circulation and is a common component of classic decoction formulas, often paired with herbs such as Tao Ren or Dang Gui. Traditionally it is also steeped in wine or added to foot baths, especially during colder seasons. Preparation and amount should follow traditional herbal guidance.

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