Dried Blue Lotus, also known as “Nymphaea caerulea” or “Blue Water Lily,” is a water lily that is native to Egypt, East Africa and some Asian countries including Sri Lanka. Also, it is recognized as the “National Flower” of Sri Lanka. Dried Blue Lotus flowers and leaves are traditionally used for medicinal and spiritual purposes.
Born in Nature Dried Blue Lotus flowers are made from the hand-picked healthy flowers which are mechanically dehydrated at lower temperatures to protect all the valuables in it.
MOQ: 1kg
Appearance: Blue-Violet colour flower with yellow colour stamen and crumpled appearance. Diameter is around 6-10cm.
Flavour: Subtle, sweet flavor characteristic to blue lotus.
Odor: Floral aroma characteristic to blue lotus.
Packaging: Corrugated carton with inner alufoil bag
Preservatives/Additives: No
Shelf life: 1 year
Storage conditions: Should be kept in a clean, dry place at room temperature.
Some of the potential health benefits of Blue Lotus include:
Relaxation and sedation: The plant contains alkaloids that have a relaxing and sedative effect, which can help to reduce anxiety and promote sleep.
Pain relief: Blue Lotus may have anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties.
Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects: Blue lotus contains compounds with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects that may help protect against cellular damage and diseases.
Stimulation of sexual desire: Blue lotus has long been associated with aphrodisiac effects and was traditionally used to increase libido and sexual function.
Dried Blue Lotus can be used in several ways such as:
It can be steeped as a tea, by adding the dried flowers to hot water to make a tea which is consumed as a spiritual, psychoactive and medicinal beverage.
It can be smoked or vaporized for recreational and spiritual purposes.
It can be used as an ingredient in herbal blends and supplements, typically in capsules or pills form.
It is important to note that Blue Lotus has limited scientific evidence to support the many claimed benefits. Blue lotus should not be consumed in high doses or combined with other psychoactive substances or medications.
