Carthami Flos

JP Kouka (紅花)

CN Hong Hua (红花 / 紅花)

EN Safflower Flower

Material Flower

Origin

Dried tubular flowers of Carthamus tinctorius L. (Asteraceae), used whole or after removal of most of the yellow pigment; sometimes compressed into flat cakes.

Key Constituents

Carthamin (red pigment), safflower yellow pigments, lipids, and related constituents.

Traditional Functions

Invigorates blood circulation, dispels blood stasis, relieves pain, and promotes menstrual flow.

Traditional Uses

Traditionally used for menstrual discomfort associated with blood stasis, amenorrhea, abdominal pain, traumatic pain, and other pain associated with impaired blood circulation.

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