Kusumman

Kusumman is a term that can refer to several things, primarily in the context of Indian culture and botany.

In botany, the Kusum flower, also known as Safflower, is a thistle-like annual plant. Its scientific name is *Carthamus tinctorius*. The flower is cultivated for its seeds, which are a source of vegetable oil, and for its petals, which are used to produce a reddish dye. This dye has historically been used for textiles and cosmetics. The plant itself is known to be drought-resistant and thrives in arid conditions. Different varieties of the Kusum plant are grown in various parts of India and other regions.

Beyond the botanical context, "Kusumman" might also be used colloquially in certain regions of India as a given name or a surname. However, its most prominent and widely recognized meaning relates to the Kusum flower and its various applications, particularly in agriculture and traditional industries. The oil extracted from Kusum seeds is valued for its nutritional properties, and the dye derived from its petals has a long history of use.