Lotus
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📝 Last reviewed: August 2026
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The lotus rises from muddy water to bloom pristine and beautiful. Sacred in Buddhism and Hinduism, its flowers, seeds and roots are all edible and medicinal.
🔬 Plant facts
| Scientific name | Nelumbo nucifera |
|---|---|
| Type | Aquatic plant |
| Family | Nelumbonaceae |
| Sunlight | Full sun |
| Water | Grows in water |
| Height | Leaves float; stems 1–2 m |
| Flower | Large pink/white sacred flowers |
| Uses | Religious symbol, seeds, root |
| Growth | Perennial aquatic |
| Best season | Summer |
💊 Lotus in the medicine industry
Every part of the lotus is medicinal: seeds are used in traditional medicine for heart health and calming, the root for digestion, and lotus extracts are studied for antioxidant effects.
🌱 Growing & care tips
Lotus grows in ponds and water gardens with full sun; plant the tuber in heavy soil at the bottom and keep water 10–30 cm deep over it.
🍽️ How to use it
Lotus seeds are eaten fresh or dried like nuts; the root is sliced and stir-fried; the young leaves and stems are used as vegetables; the petals garnish dishes.
💡 Did you know? The lotus can germinate after lying dormant for over 1,300 years — seeds found in a dried Chinese lakebed sprouted in 1997.
⚠️ Lotus safety note: Lotus is safe as food; lotus root is starchy and high in carbs. The plant is a sacred symbol, so in some cultures eating it is considered inappropriate.
⚠️ Important: Herbal and plant remedies can interact with medicines. Always ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any plant product for health purposes — especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or taking prescription drugs.
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