Herb of The Week

Lian Zi (莲子), also known as Lotus Flower, is the seed of Nelumbo nucifera and is widely used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).


What It Is

  • Botanical source: Nelumbo nucifera

  • Chinese name: 莲子 (Lian Zi)

  • English name: Lotus Flower

It is typically prepared by removing the seed skins and drying them in the sun.


Traditional Functions (TCM Perspective)

In TCM, Lian Zi is known to:

  1. Tonify the spleen

    • Often used for indigestion, gas, bloating

  2. Calm the Shen

    • Helps with anxiety, insomnia, irritability.

  3. Support Reproductive Health

    • Improves blood circulation, regulates menstruation, increases fertility.


Modern Research Highlights

Studies suggest it may have:

  • Anti-inflammatory effects

  • Anti-aging properties

  • Blood pressure lowering effects

  • Anti-arhythmic properties

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