Safflower

Name: Safflower
Brand: Shanti Tea
SKU: 968
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.00 (1 reviews)

Bright petals used to add color and support cardiovascular health.

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Safflower

Safflower is a highly branched, herbaceous, thistle-like annual. It is commercially cultivated for vegetable oil extracted from the seeds. Plants are 30 to 150 cm tall with globular flower heads having yellow, orange, or red flowers. Each branch will usually have from one to five flower heads containing 15 to 20 seeds per head. Safflower is native to arid environments having seasonal rain. It grows a deep taproot which enables it to thrive in such environments.

Safflower has a strong, but pleasant taste. As an herbal tea, it comes with many health benefits. Traditionally believed to offer health benefits such as anti-inflammatory properties and support for heart health. For thousands of years, safflower was mostly used for its beautifully vivid colour. The bright yellow and red plant was cultivated as a multipurpose dye. Items dyed by the safflower plant were usually items of value, and often used in religious ceremonies.

Today, safflower tea is used as a drink for those who want to relax, enjoy the aroma, and to help improve their overall health.

Ingredients

Safflower threads (Carthamus tinctorius)

Specifications

	Serving Size: 2.5g /cup
	Steeping Temp: 100°C
	Steeping Time: 5 mins.
	Origin: India
	Caffeine: Caffeine Free

Certification: Conventional

iNeed Gourmet

Seriously adore this safflower. The colour is just out of this world and the aroma and flavour just really stand out. A bit of a sweet fruity citrus vibe that really enhances a lot of our teas. I would give this a 10 out of 5 if I could.

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Safflower, one of the oldest cultivated crops in human history, dates back over 4,000 years to ancient Egypt. Archaeological evidence suggests that safflower was used in the preparation of dyes for textiles and as part of the embalming process for mummies. In fact, brightly colored safflower garlands were found in the tomb of Pharaoh Tutankhamun, demonstrating its significance in ancient Egyptian culture.
Beyond Egypt, safflower was also highly valued in ancient India, Persia, and China for its medicinal properties, culinary uses, and ability to produce vibrant red and yellow dyes. In China, safflower petals were often steeped to create herbal infusions thought to improve circulation and ease ailments.
It is believed to invigorate the blood, alleviate pain, and treat conditions such as menstrual disorders and cardiovascular issues. The plant's seeds are also rich in linoleic acid, which has been used to promote heart health and reduce cholesterol levels.
Cultural Folklore
Safflower's bright and fiery flowers are often associated with themes of vitality and life. In Persian folklore, safflower was believed to have magical properties that could bring good fortune and protect against evil spirits. The plant was often included in rituals and ceremonies to invoke these protective qualities.
One fascinating story from ancient Greek mythology involves safflower as a symbol of unattainable love and beauty. According to the myth, a young man named Crocus fell in love with a beautiful nymph named Smilax. However, the gods transformed him into a safflower plant, symbolizing his eternal love and the unfulfilled desires of the human heart.