Hybrid Egyptian Waterlily Extract (Blue Lotus Resin)

Hybrid Egyptian Waterlily Extract (Blue Lotus Resin) is a limited-quantity, concentrated resinous extract drawn from the flowers of Nymphaea caerulea, the blue lotus of the Nile, and it is one of the most alkaloid-dense lotus preparations we carry. Rather than a powder or a liquid, this is a dark, tacky resin that keeps the flower's aporphine and nuciferine together with its aromatic fraction in a form that stays stable for a long time. It is made in small runs and sells out between batches, which is why we offer it only in .5g and 1g sizes. It can be dissolved into teas, blended into tinctures, or used for aromatherapy.

At a glance

• Limited small-batch resinous extract of Nymphaea caerulea
• One of the most alkaloid-dense lotus preparations we carry
• Rich in aporphine and nuciferine, no percentage stated
• For teas, tinctures or aromatherapy
• Offered only in .5g and 1g sizes

The herb. Blue lotus (Nymphaea caerulea) is a day-blooming water lily in the Nymphaeaceae family, native to the Nile and the calm lakes of East Africa. To ancient Egypt it was the sacred flower of the sun and of rebirth: it climbs temple columns, appears in banquet scenes on tomb walls, was buried with kings, and was steeped in wine at ceremonies. The flower carries two related alkaloids, nuciferine and aporphine, along with flavonoids and volatile aromatics, and it is those alkaloids, and their proportion, that give blue lotus its calm, uplifting, faintly dreamy character.

Active content. The listing describes this resin as rich in aporphine and nuciferine but gives no percentage, and we will not invent one. A resinous extract concentrates both from the whole flower in the balance nature set, which is why users describe the Egyptian waterlily character as calm and uplifting at once rather than pushed toward one pole. The resin also holds the aromatic compounds that a water infusion loses, which is what makes it suitable for aromatherapy as well as for tea and tincture work.

• Aporphine: the brighter, more uplifting side of lotus
• Nuciferine: the calm, body-easing, softly dreamy side

Dosage, first time. Use a small amount however you choose to work with it, and give any first serving a full hour before adding more.

• Tea: dissolve a small piece of resin in hot water and stir until it disperses
• Tincture: warm a small piece into your alcohol or glycerin base and let it dissolve
• Aromatherapy: use it as you would any resin, following the aromatherapy wording on the label

Regular use. Once you know your response, keep to consistent small amounts rather than escalating. Cut pieces of the same size each time so your tea or tincture comes out the same from one session to the next; a tincture made from the resin will be stronger per dropper than a flower tincture, so start it lower.

What to expect. Users describe the Egyptian waterlily character as calm, relaxed and gently lifted, a mellow feeling that suits an evening wind-down, reflection, meditation or a slow, quiet afternoon. It is not an energizing product and it is not a beginner's format; if you are new to blue lotus, start with the flower or a tincture and come to the resin later. For the rare whole-flower version of this water lily see our Hybrid Egyptian Blue Lotus Flower, and for the standard blue lotus resin that is always in stock see our Blue Lotus Resin.

Side effects. This extract may cause drowsiness, which is the most common report and the reason to use it in the evening rather than before driving. Too much at once can also bring a dry mouth or a heavy, foggy feeling; reduce the amount next time and it does not recur. Stop use if anything feels wrong.

Interactions and cautions.

• Do not use it with alcohol or sedative medications, which magnify the drowsiness this resin is already known for
• Consult a healthcare provider before use, especially if pregnant, nursing or taking medication
• Do not drive until you know how it affects you
• For adults 21+ only; keep out of reach of children

Ingredients and storage. Concentrated resinous extract of Egyptian waterlily flowers (Nymphaea caerulea). Store the sealed tin somewhere cool and dark; the resin softens in warmth, so the refrigerator keeps it firm and easy to portion. Use a clean toothpick or blade to cut pieces, and close the tin promptly to protect the aromatics.

Shipping and texture. This extract ships crystalline. Heat and temperature swings in transit can soften it into a tacky paste or wet batter in the jar. The texture may change, the potency does not. Store cool and dry.

Common questions

• How is Egyptian Waterlily Extract different from Blue Lotus Resin? Both are resinous concentrates of Nymphaea caerulea, but this one is a limited small-batch run offered only in .5g and 1g sizes.
• Can I use Egyptian Waterlily Extract to make my own tincture? Yes, a small piece warmed into an alcohol or glycerin base dissolves and gives a strong tincture, so start it lower than a flower tincture.
• Why does the Egyptian waterlily resin sell out? It is made in limited quantity and each batch is small.

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.