Blue lotus extract | Nymphaea caerulea | 10x - 3 g

Blue lotus extract 10x is a concentrated ethnobotanical preparation from the flowers of Nymphaea caerulea. The blue water lily holds an exceptional place in human cultural history, venerated in ancient Egypt as a symbol of the sun and used in ritual contexts across multiple ancient civilisations. This 10x powder extract captures the botanical character of the flower in a compact, soluble form. Each 3 g package is hermetically sealed.

About blue lotus (Nymphaea caerulea)

Nymphaea caerulea belongs to the family Nymphaeaceae. It is a perennial aquatic plant native to the Nile region and East Africa, with distinctive pale blue to violet flowers that open at sunrise and close at dusk — a rhythm that made the flower a central symbol of solar mythology in Egyptian culture. The plant has naturalised across tropical Asia, South Asia, and parts of the Americas, and is now cultivated ornamentally worldwide for its fragrance and aesthetic qualities.

Traditional and cultural use

Ancient Egyptians depicted Nymphaea caerulea across thousands of stone carvings, wall paintings, and funerary objects. The flower is shown at banquet scenes and religious celebrations, held by participants or floating in ritual vessels. Residue studies from Egyptian archaeological contexts suggest the flowers were soaked in wine or water and consumed ceremonially. In Heliopolis, mythological accounts describe the primordial sun god Ra emerging each morning from a blue lotus, establishing the flower as a symbol of creation and renewal. Independently, Maya iconography also features the blue lotus in ceremonial and cosmological imagery, suggesting parallel ritual traditions.

Active compounds

• Nuciferine — an aporphine alkaloid concentrated in the flower
• Apomorphine — a trace-level aporphine alkaloid
• Quercetin and kaempferol — flavonoids with antioxidant properties (presence noted; no functional claim implied)
• Nymphayol — a phytosterol found in Nymphaea species

Extraction and potency

The 10x extract ratio indicates that 10 g of dried Nymphaea caerulea flower has been concentrated into 1 g of extract. A water and ethanol extraction process captures the full spectrum of the flower's soluble constituents, which are subsequently dried and milled to a fine powder. Compared to raw dried flowers, each gram of this extract represents significantly greater botanical density.

How to use

As a tea:

• Use 0.25 g of extract per person dissolved in 200 ml of warm water.
• Add honey to taste.

In the manner of ancient Egyptian preparations, 0.25 g of extract can be steeped in a glass of wine for several hours before consuming. Start with a low dose to assess individual response. Do not exceed 1 g per preparation.

Pack size

This package contains 3 g of blue lotus extract 10x (Nymphaea caerulea), sealed in airtight packaging.

Storage and safety

Store in a cool, dry, dark location away from heat and direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children. Not for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Do not combine with CNS depressants or prescription sedatives without consulting a healthcare professional. This product is not a medicine and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or prevent any condition.