Lotus Seed (Nelumbo nucifera) — Peeled & Core-Removed White Lotus Seeds, Food Herb for Congee & Soup
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Description
Lotus Seed (Nelumbo nucifera) is the dried seed of the sacred aquatic lotus, known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Lián Zǐ (莲子). Revered for centuries as a gentle, spirit-calming food herb, Lian Zi has been prized as a nourishing, astringent tonic traditionally used to settle the heart and mind, support restful sleep, and strengthen the digestive center. Its nature is sweet, neutral, and slightly astringent, making it a mild yet deeply nourishing herb for daily food therapy. This batch is peeled and core-removed (磨皮去芯), yielding clean ivory-white seeds ready for congee, soups, and sweet tonics.
Key Selling Points
- Peeled and core-removed white lotus seeds
- Nelumbo nucifera, food-herb (药食同源) ingredient
- Naturally sun-dried, new-crop quality
- Traditional spirit-calming and spleen-supporting herb
- Ideal for congee, soups, and sweet tonics
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully peeled and sun-dried to preserve its clean ivory-white color, plump rounded shape, and smooth, firm texture. The seeds carry a faint, pleasant earthy aroma. When simmered, they soften into a creamy, slightly starchy bite with a mild, subtly sweet flavor that blends gracefully into congee and broths without overpowering other ingredients.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Food Herb Seed |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Lian Zi (Lotus Seed) |
| Botanical Name | Nelumbo nucifera |
| Form | Peeled, Core-Removed Whole Seeds |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Processing | Naturally Sun-Dried |
Usage Scenarios
- Chinese-style congee and grain porridge
- Herbal soup and sweet tonic
- Lotus seed paste for pastries and desserts
- Seasonal slow-cooking with lily bulb and jujube
- Daily food-therapy blends
Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Lian Zi is simmered into congee, sweet soups, and nourishing tonics to support calm and daily vitality. It is a classic ingredient in lotus seed and lily bulb soup, often paired with goji berry, jujube, and longan for a gentle, mildly sweet decoction. In TCM food therapy, it is traditionally used to settle the spirit, support the spleen and stomach, and astringe the intestines, making it a beloved everyday ingredient in seasonal nourishment.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Lian Zi (Lotus Seed)?
A: Lian Zi is the common Chinese name for the dried seed of Nelumbo nucifera, the lotus plant. It is a traditional food herb (药食同源) used in congee, soups, and sweet tonics.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of lotus seed?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, lotus seed is associated with calming the spirit, supporting the spleen and stomach, and astringing the intestines. It is often used in congee and soups for daily nourishment.
Q: How do I use peeled, core-removed lotus seeds?
A: Rinse the seeds and simmer them with congee, soup, or sweet tonic ingredients until soft. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.6 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 20 × 15 × 6 cm |
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