Blue Lotus Flower

Blue Lotus Flower is the classic loose leaf form of the blue water lily, whole dried blossoms rather than crushed petal dust. This is the Asian star lotus line, Nymphaea nouchali, ethically harvested in Sri Lanka and sold across the market as blue lotus. Petals run a deeper violet blue from base to tip. For the African Nile line, Nymphaea caerulea, see our Hybrid Egyptian and True Egyptian grades below.

At a glance

• Whole dried blossoms, not crushed petal dust
• Asian star lotus line (Nymphaea nouchali), ethically harvested in Sri Lanka
• Deeper violet blue petals, smaller star-shaped heads
• Carries nuciferine and aporphine, no potency figure
• Steep 1 to 2 teaspoons crumbled, or one whole blossom, per 8 oz for 5 to 10 minutes
• Sizes: 14 grams, 1 Oz, 2 Oz, 3 Oz, 4 Oz, 8 Oz, 12 Oz, Pound and Kilo

The herb. Blue lotus is a common name, not one plant. It covers a few day-blooming water lilies in the Nymphaeaceae family. The Nile line (Nymphaea caerulea) is the one ancient Egypt held sacred and steeped in wine. The Asian star lotus (Nymphaea nouchali) is its close relative from India, Sri Lanka and Thailand, and it is the flower most of the world buys as blue lotus. This listing is the Asian line. Its petals and stamens carry the alkaloids nuciferine and aporphine, with flavonoids and aromatics.

Which blue lotus is this. We carry three lines and name each one on its page. This Blue Lotus Flower is the Asian star lotus, violet blue, smaller heads, the everyday tea flower. Our Hybrid Egyptian Blue Lotus Flower is a cultivated Nymphaea caerulea line, white and blue with some mottling on the back of the petal. Our True Egyptian Blue Lotus Flower is the African Nymphaea caerulea line, bigger heads, thinner petals, white at the base washing to sky blue.

What's in it. A whole-flower botanical, not a standardized extract, so there is no potency figure to quote. It carries nuciferine (the calm, dreamy side) and aporphine (the brighter, lifted note) in their natural proportion, which gives the tea its mellow signature.

How to use. Use 1 to 2 teaspoons of crumbled flower, or one whole blossom, per 8 oz of hot water and steep 5 to 10 minutes. The tea is pale gold to amber, soft and faintly earthy with little bitterness. Drink one cup and wait half an hour before a second.

What to expect. Users describe a soft, easygoing wind-down and a calm, slightly dreamy head, good for the last hour before bed. For a finer cut see our Organic Blue Lotus Petals and Stamens, and for a liquid serving see our Blue Lotus Alcohol Based Tincture.

Safety. Blue lotus tea is mild and well tolerated. Strong or repeated cups can bring drowsiness or a dry mouth; brew weaker or stop at one cup.

• Do not combine with alcohol or sedative medications, which add to the drowsy side of the flower
• Not for use if pregnant or nursing; do not drive until you know how it affects you
• For adults 21+ only; keep out of reach of children and pets

Ingredients and storage. 100% Blue Lotus Flower, Asian star lotus line (Nymphaea nouchali). No fillers or additives. Store airtight away from light, heat and humidity; kept dry and dark, they hold color and aroma for a year or more.

Common questions

• How much Blue Lotus Flower do I use for one cup of tea? About 1 to 2 teaspoons crumbled, or one whole flower, per 8 oz for 5 to 10 minutes.
• Is Blue Lotus Flower the same plant as Nymphaea nouchali? Yes. This listing is the Asian star lotus, Nymphaea nouchali, the blue water lily grown in Sri Lanka. Our Egyptian grades are the Nile species, Nymphaea caerulea.
• Why are my petals purple? That is normal for the Asian line. It runs violet blue. The Egyptian lines run white and sky blue.

Disclaimer. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Blue lotus is a traditional botanical, and traditional use does not establish that it will produce any particular result. Consult your healthcare provider before use if you take any medication or have a medical condition. Use at your own risk and keep out of reach of children. Formulated by Healing Herbals, run by a practicing herbalist of 13+ years.