Carthamus Tinctorius (Noun)
Meaning
Thistlelike Eurasian plant widely grown for its red or orange flower heads and seeds that yield a valuable oil.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The artist used carthamus tinctorius, also known as safflower, to create a vibrant and long-lasting natural dye for her textiles.
- Carthamus tinctorius has been used for centuries in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever and rheumatism.
- The fields of carthamus tinctorius stretched as far as the eye could see, a sea of bright orange and red flowers swaying gently in the breeze.
- Carthamus tinctorius seeds are a good source of oil, which can be used as a substitute for sunflower oil in cooking and cosmetics.
- The farmer planted carthamus tinctorius as a rotation crop to improve the soil quality and attract beneficial insects to his fields.