White Nelumbo Lotus Flower

White Nelumbo Lotus Flower is the sacred lotus itself, Nelumbo nucifera, offered as naturally dried petals for tea, blending and ceremonial use. This is the true lotus of Buddhist and Hindu iconography, not one of the water lilies on our lotus shelf.

At a glance

• Sacred lotus, Nelumbo nucifera, naturally dried petals
• For tea, blending and ceremonial use
• Profile: aporphine-class alkaloids, nuciferine best documented
• Steep 1 to 2 teaspoons at 190 to 200°F for 5 to 7 minutes
• Sizes: Half Ounce, 1oz, 2oz, 3oz, 4oz, 8oz, 12oz, Pound and Kilo

The herb. Sacred lotus (Nelumbo nucifera) belongs to its own family, Nelumbonaceae, native to the wetlands of South and East Asia. Its leaves stand above the water rather than floating, the easy way to tell a true lotus from a water lily, and it is the original source of the alkaloid nuciferine, named for this species.

What's in it. Whole dried petals, not an extract, so there is no potency figure. The petals naturally carry flavonoids, volatile aromatics and traces of the aporphine-class alkaloids the sacred lotus is known for, chiefly nuciferine, far less than a concentrate holds, which is why the tea is so gentle.

How to use. Steep 1 to 2 teaspoons of petals in hot water at 190 to 200°F for 5 to 7 minutes, covered. The infusion is pale and clear with a delicate floral sweetness; a little honey suits it. Finish one cup and wait half an hour before another. The petals also blend with chamomile, lavender or rose.

What to expect. Users describe it as calm, clear and grounding, suited to meditation, journaling or a slow morning. It does not carry the dreamy, drowsy character of blue lotus. For the white water lily see our White Lotus flower, and for the Egyptian blue see our Blue Lotus Flower.

Safety. Sacred lotus petal tea is very mild. A very strong brew or several cups in a row can leave some people drowsy or dry-mouthed; brew lighter or drink less.

• Avoid combining with alcohol or sedative medications, which can add to any drowsiness
• Consult a healthcare professional before use if you are pregnant, nursing or taking medication
• For adults 21+ only; keep out of reach of children

Ingredients and storage. 100% White Nelumbo Lotus Flower (Nelumbo nucifera), naturally dried petals. Keep airtight away from light, heat and moisture; stored dry and dark they keep for a year.

Common questions

• Is White Nelumbo Lotus Flower the same as blue lotus? No, Nelumbo nucifera is the true sacred lotus of Asia, while blue lotus is a Nymphaea water lily, and the two brew very different cups.
• What water temperature is best for Nelumbo lotus petal tea? Use 190 to 200°F water and steep 1 to 2 teaspoons for 5 to 7 minutes.

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. Sacred 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.