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Lotus Nelumbo nucifera

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Lotus flower
Lotus flower
Common Names
Lotus , Indian lotus, sacred lotus
Botanical Name
Nelumbo nucifera
Syn. Nelumbium speciosum
Family
Nelumbonaceae
The lotus is one of the worlds most sacred plants, and has been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years. The rhizomes and leaves are combined with other herbs in China, India and other Asian traditional medicines to treat sunstroke, fever, diarrhoea, and the whole plant is used to treat mushroom poisoning. Lotus flowers are recommened as a cardic tonic, and the stamens are used to treat urinary frequency and premature ejaculations. The flowers have diuretic, astringent, and cooling properties. 2
Side Effects:
None noted. Considered safe for long-term use.
How to Use: Lotus
Preparation Methods :The flower petals and leaves are typically made into a tea or decoction for internal and external use. They may also be used as a garnish, smoked, floated in soups, and the fresh petals are used as a wrap in Asia. It is also said that the petals steeped in wine or tea have a calming effect. Mountain Rose Herbs

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Folklore, Myths and Legends
folkloreThe lotus has been a sacred icon of Buddhists, Hindus, and Egyptians, considered the symbol of beauty,perfection and purity, because the beautiful blossom floats clean and untouched from the muddy pools from which it rises. The lotus is revered by all Hindus because Brahma was born in the sacred bosom of the flower. The eight petaled lotus, Lein in China, and Hasu in Japan, is also the emblem of the Past, Present and Future, since buds, blossoms and seed pods appear simultaneoulsy on the same plant. 1
References:
  1. Ernst and Johanna Lehner Folklore and Symbolism of Flowers, Plants and Trees (2003).
  2. Singh, A.K.Flower Crops ; Cultivation and Management (2006).

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