Lotus Seed (Nelumbo nucifera) — Peeled & Core-Removed Xiang Lian, Dried White Lotus Seeds 180g
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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). This Xiang Lian variety from Hunan has been peeled and core-removed, leaving only the smooth white seed meat. For centuries, lotus seed has been prized as a gentle, spirit-calming and spleen-supporting food herb, traditionally used to settle the mind, support restful sleep, and nourish the digestive center. Its nature is sweet, neutral, and slightly astringent, making it a mild yet deeply nourishing ingredient for daily food therapy.
Key Selling Points
- Peeled and core-removed Xiang Lian white lotus seed meat
- Traditional spirit-calming and spleen-supporting food herb
- Nelumbo nucifera from Hunan, China
- Dried with no added processing, 180g per jar
- Suitable for soups, congee, teas, and sweet desserts
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully peeled and core-removed to reveal plump, ivory-white seed meat with a smooth, rounded surface and a clean, faintly nutty aroma. When simmered, the seeds soften into a creamy, slightly starchy texture with a mild, subtly sweet flavor that absorbs the character of broths and sweet soups without turning bitter.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Food Herb |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Lotus Seed (Xiang Lian) |
| Botanical Name | Nelumbo nucifera |
| Form | Peeled, Core-Removed Dried Seeds |
| Net Weight | 180g |
| Origin | Hunan, China |
Usage Scenarios
- Chinese sweet soup and dessert
- Congee and grain porridge
- Herbal tea blends
- Slow-cooked savory broths
- Seasonal food therapy
Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, lotus seed is simmered into sweet soups, congee, and nourishing tonics to support calm and daily digestive wellness. It is a classic ingredient in lotus seed and lily bulb sweet soup, often paired with goji berry, jujube, and rock sugar. As a tea, it is brewed with other gentle food herbs for a light, subtly sweet infusion, and it appears in longevity congee formulas across southern China.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is lotus seed?
A: Lotus seed is the dried seed of Nelumbo nucifera, known in Chinese as Lián Zǐ (莲子). This Xiang Lian variety has been peeled and core-removed, leaving only the white seed meat.
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 nourishing the digestive center. It is often used in sweet soups and congee for daily nourishment.
Q: How do I use dried lotus seed?
A: Rinse the seeds and simmer them with soup or congee ingredients until soft. They can also be brewed in hot water as part of a tea blend. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.54 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 15 × 15 × 12 cm |
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