Kusum Flower - Phool Kusum - Carthamus Tinctorius Linn - Schleichera oleosa - Safflower

Kusum (Carthamus tinctorius) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. This annual plant is native to the Middle East and is cultivated in many parts of the world for its seeds and oil. Kusum Flower is also valued for its medicinal properties and is used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine to heal various health situtaion. It is used for as well as in the production of soaps, cosmetics, and hair care products.