Lotus Leaf Pieces (Nelumbo nucifera) — Weishan Lake Dried Herb for Flower & Herbal Teas
Price range: $4.57 through $5.25
Description
Lotus Leaf Pieces (Nelumbo nucifera) are the dried leaf of the sacred lotus, known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Hé Yè (荷叶). Grown in the waters of Weishan Lake, this food-herb botanical has been prized for centuries as a cooling, dampness-transforming herb used in teas, decoctions, and summer wellness formulas. Its nature is bitter, neutral, and gently clarifying, making it a light yet refreshing herb for clearing summer heat and supporting digestive ease.
Key Selling Points
- Weishan Lake origin lotus leaf
- Traditional food-herb botanical
- Nelumbo nucifera dried leaf pieces
- Fresh-crop green color and clean aroma
- Suitable for flower and herbal tea blends
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully harvested and dried to preserve its fresh green color, crisp papery texture, and clean grassy aroma. When steeped, the pieces unfurl and release a light, mildly bitter infusion with a subtle vegetal sweetness, leaving a cooling, refreshing finish in the cup.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Herb Pieces |
|---|---|
| Common Name | He Ye (Lotus Leaf) |
| Botanical Name | Nelumbo nucifera |
| Form | Dried Leaf Pieces / Granules |
| Net Weight | 500 g |
| Origin | Weishan Lake, China |
Usage Scenarios
- Herbal tea and flower tea blends
- Summer cooling decoctions
- Congee and grain porridge
- Soup and culinary herb combinations
- Daily wellness tea routines
Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, He Ye is decocted into summer teas, congee, and light soups to clear heat and support digestive comfort during humid seasons. It is a common ingredient in flower and herbal tea blends, where it pairs with ingredients like chrysanthemum, hawthorn, and lotus seed. As a daily tea, it is brewed alone or blended for a refreshing, mildly bitter infusion.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is He Ye (Lotus Leaf)?
A: He Ye is the common Chinese name for the dried leaf of Nelumbo nucifera, the sacred lotus. It is a traditional food herb used in teas, decoctions, and summer wellness formulas.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of lotus leaf?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, lotus leaf is associated with clearing summer heat, transforming dampness, and supporting digestive ease. It is often used in teas and congee for seasonal nourishment.
Q: How do I use dried lotus leaf pieces?
A: Rinse the pieces and steep them in hot water as a tea, or simmer them with congee or soup ingredients. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Lotus leaf cubes 0 5kg piece, Lotus leaf strips 0 5kg piece, Small lotus leaves 0 5kg piece, Lotus leaf capsules 0 5kg piece |
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