ASFAR SAFFRON - SAFFLOWER FLOWER

Safflower flower, also known as Arabic: العصفر (Al-‘Usfur) / Hindi: कसाबा (Kasaba) or कुशुम (Kusum) / Malayalam: കുസുമപ്പൂവ് (Kusumappoov) / Tamil: குசும்பு மலர் (Kusumpu Malar) / Kannada: ಕಸೂಮೆ ಹೂವು (Kasume Hoovu) / Urdu: کُسُم (Kusum) or زعفران نما (Zafran Numa), is derived from the Carthamus tinctorius plant and is admired for its bright orange to yellow petals. Widely used across cultures, the petals are valued as a natural coloring agent and a popular saffron-like alternative in cooking, adding visual appeal and mild flavor to a variety of dishes. Safflower is also commonly used in cosmetic and personal care preparations, while oil obtained from its seeds is favored for culinary and topical applications. With its rich color, plant-based origin, and long-standing traditional use, safflower is appreciated as a versatile ingredient for culinary, beauty, and lifestyle purposes.