| Pedigree | Selection from local bulk |
| Method of breeding/selection | Selection |
| Method of propagation | Self-pollination |
| Year of release | 1957 |
| Developed by | AICRP (Safflower) centre, Agricultural Research Station, Annigeri, University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad |
| Released at Central or State level | Central |
| Notified vide S.O. No. & date | 13, 19/12/1978 |
| Recommended ecology | Karnataka |
| Average yield (kg/ha) | 1100 |
| Oil Content(%) | 28-30 |
| Days to maturity | 115-130 |
| Days to 50% flowering | 70-72 |