Nelumbo Semen, Lotus Seed, Lian Zi Nelumbo Semen, Lotus Seed, Lian Zi 莲子 Lian Zi (TCM) Descourtilz, M.E., Flore médicale des Antilles, vol. 8 (1829) Illustrations of Indian Botany, Wight, 1840 Botanical name: Nelumbo nucifera Parts used: Seed Temperature & Taste: Neutral (slightly Cool), dry. Sweet Classification: R. Astringents Uses: 1. Strengthens the Spleen, Stops Diarrhea: -Chronic Diarrhea with lethargy, loss of appetite-aids development, helps in malabsorption-strengthens and astringes-“reinforces the qi and blood in the 12 Channels” (Meng Xian)2. Strengthens the Kidneys, Secures the Essence: -Lower back pain and weakness-Spermatorrhea, Nocturnal Emission, Premature Ejaculation-used as a reproductive tonic-Uterine Bleeding, Leukorrhea-in India the Seeds are regarded as strengthening the Uterus, promoting Fertility and nourishing the Fetus-“Long-term use makes one feel happy and vigorous and able to enjoy a long life” (Shen Nong Ben Cao) 3. Nourishes the Heart, Calms the Spirit:-Palpitations with anxiety-Irritability, Insomnia, Emotional instability-in Ayurveda they are regarded as aiding development of speech and expression-regarded as beneficial for the Heart Chakra in Ayurveda–“keeps one in good mental condition” (Shen Nong Ben Cao)-“A heavy dose of the drug keeps one in high spirits.” (Da Ming) Dose: Decoction: 6–15 grams Substitute: 1. Lotus Rhizome “has slightly different functions than lotus seed.”…

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