Safflower

Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius) is a highly versatile and ancient crop that has been cultivated for thousands of years. Safflower is a thistle-like annual plant belonging to the Asteraceae family. It thrives in arid and semi-arid climates, making it a resilient crop in regions with limited water resources. The plant grows up to 1.5 meters tall and produces yellow, orange, or red flowers, depending on the variety. Its seeds are the primary economic product, containing valuable oil and protein