Lian Xu (Nelumbo nucifera) — Dried Lotus Flower Stamens, Unsulfured Bulk Herb

Lian Xu (Nelumbo nucifera) consists of the dried stamens of the sacred lotus flower, known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Lián Xū (莲须). For centuries, this delicate botanical has been prized as a gentle, astringent herb used to stabilize and anchor the spirit, calm restlessness, and support the body's natural consolidating functions. Its nature is sweet, astringent, and neutral, making it a mild yet focused herb for harmonizing the Heart and Kidney channels.

Key Selling Points

• Unsulfured, naturally dried lotus stamens
• Traditional astringent herb of TCM
• Nelumbo nucifera botanical identity
• Bulk 500g food-grade supply
• New-crop, clean-quality selection

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is carefully gathered and shade-dried to preserve its pale golden-yellow to light brown color, fine thread-like texture, and faint floral aroma. When decocted or steeped, the stamens release a subtle, mildly sweet and slightly astringent infusion with a delicate botanical character, leaving a clean, dry finish on the palate.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Traditional herbal decoctions
• Blended flower and herbal teas
• Seasonal wellness soups
• Daily botanical infusions
• Food-herb culinary preparations

Traditional Uses

In folk herbal practice, Lian Xu is decocted into gentle teas and combined with other botanicals in traditional formulas. It is often paired with lotus seed and lotus leaf in summer decoctions, or added to congee and light soups for daily nourishment. As a standalone infusion, it is brewed alone or blended with ingredients like goji berry and jujube for a soft, floral cup.

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