Lotus Leaf Tea He Ye 500g Dried Folium Nelumbinis Herbal Infusion for Daily Brewing

Lotus Leaf Tea, known in TCM as He Ye (荷叶), is cut from the dried leaf of Nelumbo nucifera. This 500g pack contains granulated lotus leaf pieces suitable for daily herbal infusion. In TCM theory, lotus leaf is traditionally associated with clearing summer heat and supporting healthy fluid metabolism. Its mildly bitter, neutral character makes it a simple botanical for everyday tea preparation.

Key Selling Points

• Single-ingredient lotus leaf tea with no added flavorings
• Sourced from the dried leaf of Nelumbo nucifera
• Granulated form allows quick and even steeping
• Traditionally used in TCM for summer heat and dampness support
• Generous 500g supply for regular daily brewing

Quality & Sensory

The cut leaf pieces typically appear grayish-green to olive in color with a dry, crisp texture. The aroma is typically fresh and grassy with a faint green-bean note. Brewed lotus leaf tea typically yields a light yellow-green liquor with a clean, mildly bitter and slightly astringent taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep alone as a light daily herbal tea
• Blend with rose, mulberry, or other botanicals for mixed infusions
• Brew hot or cold depending on the season
• Serve as a refreshing summer beverage

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, lotus leaf has long been steeped as a summer tea and is traditionally associated with clearing heat and resolving dampness. It is commonly paired with hawthorn, cassia seed, or rose in folk herbal blends, and is often enjoyed during warm months as a light, cooling-style infusion.

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