Common Name Standardized: safflower Botanical Name Carthamus tinctorius L.Plant Family: Asteraceae Overview IntroductionSafflower is more familiar to westerners as the source of vegetable oil, but the petals of the native American plant make a pleasant tasting tea.ConstituentsCarthamin, carthamadinParts UsedFlowerTypical PreparationsCan be made for use as a dye, and whole petals used as teaSummaryBesides its medicinal uses, safflower leaves have also been used as pigment and dye from deep yellow to crimson for centuries, and are sometimes used as natural food coloring. Precautions Specific: Not for use in pregnancy except under the supervision of a qualified healthcare practitioner. Not for use in patients with bleeding disorders, hemorrhagic diseases, or peptic ulcers. Use with anticoagulant medications should be under the supervision of a qualified healthcare practitioner.General: We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications. For educational purposes only This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.