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Nelumbo Nucifera Herb

Cardiovascular

Nelumbo nucifera

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Last updated Mar 29, 2026

Description

Sacred aquatic plant of Asian religions used in TCM and Ayurveda for cardiac, digestive, reproductive, and anti-anxiety conditions.

Active Compounds

nuciferinenelumbosideneferinelotus polyphenols

Traditional Uses

sacred symbol and medicine in Buddhist and Hindu traditions
treatment of cardiac palpitations in TCM
digestive and anti-diarrheal remedy

Modern Uses

cardiac protective
antidiabetic
anxiolytic

Dosage Information

Recommended dosing guidelines

Forms: tea, extract, powder
Adult Dose: 3-9g dried seed or leaf as tea or 500mg extract
Child Dose: 2-3g gentle seed tea for children
Preparation Notes: All plant parts used: seeds, leaves, root, stamen, seedpod.

Safety Information

Not recommended during pregnancy

Not recommended while nursing

Contraindications

pregnancy - seeds
hypotension - lotus alkaloids
sedative medications

Possible Side Effects

hypotension
mild sedation

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