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Safflower

Carthamus tinctorius

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (Libya), Asia (6 countries), Europe (24 countries), North America (Canada, Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (4 countries).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (पादप)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (मैग्नोलियोप्सीडा)

Order

Asterales (Daisies & Sunflowers)

Family

Asteraceae (Daisy Family)

Genus

Carthamus

Species

Carthamus tinctorius (Safflower)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish chamam açaflor

French Carthame des teinturiers

German Echter Saflor

Portuguese açafroa

Turkish Yalanci safran

Similar Species in Carthamus

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wild safflower

Carthamus oxyacanthus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Safflower?

The scientific name of Safflower is Carthamus tinctorius. It belongs to the genus Carthamus.

Where does Safflower live?

Safflower is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Libya), Asia (6 countries), Europe (24 countries), North America (Canada, Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (4 countries).. Countries include Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Croatia.

What family does Safflower belong to?

Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius) belongs to the genus Carthamus, which is part of the taxonomic family Asteraceae.

What kingdom does Safflower belong to?

Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (पादप).

What are the closest relatives of Safflower?

The closest relatives of Safflower in the genus Carthamus include wild safflower, Downy Safflower.