Dried Safflower Hong Hua Whole Flowers 1 lb Xinjiang Origin for Tea and Foot Soak

Dried Safflower, known in TCM as Hong Hua (红花), from Carthamus tinctorius, consists of whole dried florets harvested in Xinjiang. In TCM theory this herb is acrid and warm and is traditionally associated with moving blood and dispelling stasis. It is commonly prepared as a decoction or steeped for external foot soaks. This product is sold as a raw agricultural food item and is not a substitute for medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried safflower florets sourced from Xinjiang, a recognized core production region
• Identified in TCM as Hong Hua (红花) from Carthamus tinctorius
• Traditionally associated with invigorating blood circulation and resolving stasis
• Versatile raw herb suitable for decoctions and external foot soaks
• Sold as a 1 lb pack of dried edible agricultural product

Quality & Sensory

The florets typically appear orange to orange-red with a soft, slightly tubular texture and a faint grassy-floral aroma. When decocted, the liquid typically takes on a warm golden-orange hue with a mild, slightly bitter herbal taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into a traditional herbal decoction
• Steep in hot water for an external foot soak
• Blend into herbal formulas prepared by a practitioner
• Use in seasonal wellness baths

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Hong Hua is traditionally used to invigorate blood and dispel stasis and is often paired with herbs such as Dang Gui or Tao Ren in classic decoctions. It is also a popular ingredient in warming foot soak blends during cold seasons. Traditional preparation typically involves a brief simmer or steep, and use is generally guided by an experienced herbal practitioner.

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