Lotus, a water plant grows in the mud of shallow ponds, lagoons, marshes and flooded fields. It is native to parts of the Middle East, Asia, Australia and New Guinea. It can grow to a height of up to 6 m depending on the depth of water. It is found throughout China. The lotus leaves are disc- shaped and up to 90 cm wide. They either float on or protrude above the surface of the water. It has long leaf stalks that are scattered with small bumps. Both leaves and leaf stalks are eaten as vegetables in China. The Lotus extracts are used for treating summer heat syndrome and dampness accumu lations. They also contain the lotus alkaloids with hypotensive effect. The lotus leaf has become popular for lowering blood lipids and treating fatty liver; it is commonly combined with cartages, which promotes blood circulation and lowers blood fats, for that purpose. This powder is suitable for medicine to control/ adjust blood lipids, codeine and expectorant, and anticoagulant.
Product Details - Botanical Name: Nelumbo nucifera
- Family Name: Nelumbonaceae
- Common Name: Indian Lotus, Sacred Lotus, Bean of India
- Part Used: The flowers, seeds, young leaves, and roots
- Habitat: grows in the mud of shallow ponds, lagoons, marshes and flooded fields
- Product offered: Extract
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