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Dried Lotus Seed Pod (Lian Fang) grows in many countries worldwide and is native to South China. It is a very adaptable plant and the seeds can remain dormant for a long time.
Lotus Seed Pods are prized in traditional Chinese medicine for their sweet and astringent taste.
Lian Fang is the woody seed head left once the lotus flower has finished, and it sits alongside the other parts of the lotus plant we stock, including Dried Lotus Seeds (Bai Lian Zi), Dried Lotus Leaf (He Ye), and Dried Lotus Plumule (Lian Zi Xin).
Astringent: Lian Fang has long been valued in traditional preparations for its distinctive sweet and astringent character.
Balance: Included in traditional blends intended to potentially encourage a sense of natural equilibrium.
Warming: Usually decocted rather than steeped, giving a mellow, earthy brew.
Traditional: One of the lesser known parts of the lotus, used in Chinese preparations for generations.
Versatile: Suits decoctions on its own or combined with milder herbs from the range.
We recommend around 10g per portion.
The pods are woody, so break them into smaller pieces and simmer in water for twenty to thirty minutes rather than steeping briefly. Strain before drinking. The liquid can be taken on its own or combined with sweeter herbs to round out the flavour.
Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight.
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We offer a 100% sulphur-free herb range. Many others use sulphur to enhance appearance and extend shelf life, but this can alter the herb’s natural properties and cause allergic reactions in some individuals.
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What is Dried Lotus Seed Pod (Lian Fang)?It is the dried seed head of the lotus plant, left once the flower has finished, used mainly in decoctions.
How do I prepare Lian Fang?Break the pods into pieces and simmer in water for twenty to thirty minutes, then strain.
What does it taste like?It has a mellow, earthy flavour with a sweet and astringent character.
How is it different from lotus seeds?Lotus seeds are the soft, starchy kernels used in cooking, while the pod is the woody seed head and is used for brewing.
Is it suitable for a plant-based diet?Yes, it is entirely plant-derived and can be used in vegan and vegetarian preparations.
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