Dried Lotus Plumule Lian Zi Xin 500g Herbal Tea Ingredient for Traditional Decoctions

Dried Lotus Plumule, known in TCM as Lian Zi Xin (莲子心), from Nelumbo nucifera, is the green embryo of the lotus seed. In TCM theory it is bitter and cold, entering the Heart and Kidney channels. Traditionally used to clear heart fire and calm the spirit. Supplied as loose dried pieces in a 500g sealed bag for teas and decoctions.

Key Selling Points

• Single herb: dried lotus plumule (Lian Zi Xin 莲子心) from Nelumbo nucifera
• Bitter, cold nature in TCM theory, associated with the Heart and Kidney channels
• Traditionally used to clear heart fire and support calm, restful states
• Loose dried form suitable for teas, decoctions, and congee
• 500g sealed bag, 12-month shelf life when stored sealed and dry

Quality & Sensory

The dried plumule is typically slender, curled, and green to greenish-brown. Texture is dry and brittle with a faint herbal aroma. When brewed or decocted it yields a pale yellow-green infusion with a distinctly bitter taste that softens when paired with sweet herbs.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Brewed as a simple herbal tea
• Added to decoctions with other herbs
• Simmered in congee
• Combined in cooling seasonal tea blends

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Lian Zi Xin is traditionally used to clear heart fire and calm the spirit. It is commonly decocted alone or paired with herbs such as Gan Cao or Mai Dong to soften its bitterness. Folk practice also adds it to congee and cooling summer teas for its bitter, cooling character.

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