Dried Lotus Leaf He Ye 500g Bulk Loose Herbal Leaves for Tea and Decoction

Dried Lotus Leaf, known in TCM as He Ye (荷叶), from Nelumbo nucifo, consists of dried whole or cut leaves traditionally used in herbal teas and decoctions. In TCM theory, lotus leaf is associated with clearing summer heat and supporting healthy fluid metabolism. This bulk loose-leaf ingredient is sun-dried and suitable for tea, soup, and culinary preparations. Consult a qualified practitioner before regular use.

Key Selling Points

• Bulk 500g pack of dried lotus leaf suitable for regular herbal preparation
• Botanical source Nelumbo nucifo, a classic TCM leaf herb
• Traditionally associated with clearing summer heat and dampness in TCM theory
• Sun-dried whole leaves with natural aroma and intact leaf character
• Versatile ingredient for herbal tea, decoctions, soups, and culinary use

Quality & Sensory

Typically dried lotus leaf appears grayish-green to yellowish-green with a slightly curled, brittle texture. It carries a mild grassy-green aroma, and when brewed it typically yields a light, clean, slightly astringent infusion with a fresh vegetal note.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep as a light herbal tea, alone or blended with other herbs
• Simmer in decoctions following traditional herbal formulas
• Add to soups or congee for a subtle herbal note
• Use in seasonal summer drinks in traditional practice

Traditional Uses

In TCM, He Ye is traditionally used to clear summer heat and transform dampness, and it is commonly prepared as a simple infusion or combined with herbs such as hawthorn in folk weight-management teas. Lotus leaf is also traditionally wrapped around foods such as rice during steaming, imparting a delicate fragrance. It is a familiar ingredient in summer herbal drinks and light daily teas.

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