Safflower

Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius) Product descriptionSafflower is the radiant flower of passion, protection, and vitality magic. Its fiery, spiny petals channel the sun’s energy—scatter them on your altar to ignite courage and shield your space, steep them in a warming ritual bath to renew inner fire and resilience, or layer them beneath protective candles to amplify intent and draw strength. Folklore StoryIn ancient Persia, safflower was called the “Flower of Triumph.” Warriors braided its blossoms into their headdresses before battle, believing the petals would kindle their valor and deflect harm. One legend tells of a defeated king who, upon weaving a safflower garland at dawn, rallied his troops to reclaimed victory—cementing its role as a talisman of courage and protection. Attributes Gender: Masculine Planet: Sun Element: Fire Powers: Courage, Protection, Vitality, Passion, Healing Pairings & Uses Candles: Embed safflower petals with crushed cinnamon shards and a p