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Egyptian Blue Lotus from Sri Lanka – Whole Flowers, Nymphaea caerulea
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Dried whole flowers sold as Egyptian blue lotus, botanical name on the pouch Nymphaea caerulea, a member of the water-lily family. The Maya Herbs label reads Whole Flower and Made in Sri Lanka. Available in 25 g, 100 g or 500 g.See also: Smart Seeds & Herbs
- Trade name: Egyptian blue lotus
- Name on the label: Nymphaea caerulea Savigny
- Accepted name (WCVP): Nymphaea nouchali var. caerulea (Savigny) Verdc.
Smart Seeds & Herbs · 500 g / Whole / 100 g / 25 g
Egyptian blue lotus flowers from Sri Lanka
These are the dried flowers of the water lily traded as Egyptian blue lotus, kept whole rather than cut or ground. The product photo shows a woven tray of dark blue and violet flowers with paler stamens next to a kraft pouch. Its green Maya Herbs label reads Egyptian Blue Lotus, Nymphaea caerulea, Whole Flower and Made in Sri Lanka. For reference 1119 the supplier lists flower as the plant part, whole as the form and Sri Lanka as the country. You can order 25 g, 100 g or 500 g.
- 500 g / Whole / 100 g / 25 g
- Nymphaeaceae
- Flower
- Whole flower, dried
- Trade name
- Egyptian blue lotus
- Name on the label
- Nymphaea caerulea Savigny
- Accepted name (WCVP)
- Nymphaea nouchali var. caerulea (Savigny) Verdc.
- Family
- Nymphaeaceae
- Plant part
- Flower
- Form
- Whole flower, dried
Reported effects and traditional use
Nymphaea caerulea, the blue lotus or blue Egyptian water lily, is a water lily whose accepted name is Nymphaea nouchali var. caerulea. It appears on Egyptian papyri and tombs from the 14th century BCE. In 2024 an analysis of a Ptolemaic ritual vase of the 2nd century BCE found traces of the plant, with others, in a liquid used for ritual practices (Tanasi et al. 2024).
The effects reported for blue lotus are a mild relaxation, sometimes euphoria, but also agitation or confusion in some users. They rest on anecdotal accounts and a case series, with no controlled human trial.
| Known compounds | Flavonoids and anthocyanins; aporphine-type alkaloids (nuciferine, apomorphine) are cited, but an authentic extract analysed in 2023 held only traces of nuciferine and no apomorphine. |
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| Reported effects | Mild relaxation, euphoria in some; agitation, confusion or derealisation reported in clinical cases. Level of evidence: anecdotal accounts and case series, no controlled trial. |
| Traditional use | Ancient Egypt: funerary and ritual iconography (papyri, tombs, vases); a relaxing reputation in traditional medicine according to a 2023 review. |
| State of research | Little data, mostly analytical, and no published safety data on the whole plant. No health claim is authorised in the EU for blue lotus. |
Good to know
- Emergency services have described states of agitation, confusion or psychotic symptoms after blue lotus products (a case series of five patients; a 2026 review).
- The UK authority OPSS noted the lack of information on content, its variability and the purity of these products.
About the name
The species name Nymphaea caerulea was published by Savigny in 1798. Egyptian blue lotus and blue water lily are among the English names recorded for the plant, and Egypt lies within its native range. Kew’s World Checklist of Vascular Plants today lists the name as a synonym and accepts the plant as Nymphaea nouchali var. caerulea (Savigny) Verdc.; the label keeps the familiar name.
Where the plant grows wild
According to the checklist, the variety is native to Egypt, much of tropical and southern Africa, the south of the Arabian Peninsula and the Comoros. Sri Lanka is not listed as part of that range. The country on this pouch and in the supplier record is Sri Lanka.
Other forms of blue lotus
Mycotrop also lists whole blue lotus flowers from Thailand, a 50:1 resin extract and a 15:1 flower tincture, all labelled Nymphaea caerulea.
Shipping
Parcels are prepared on business days in neutral outer packaging that does not name the contents. A tracking link follows by email after dispatch whenever tracking is available. Estimated delivery times and the 14-day right of withdrawal, including its exceptions, are on the Delivery, tracking and returns page.
Storing your botanicals
Keep dried plants in their tightly closed pouch or in an airtight jar, away from light, moisture and heat. Powders absorb moisture easily, so close them again straight away. For extracts, tinctures and capsules, follow the instructions on the label and the printed date.
Before using a plant
- Keep plants out of the reach of children and pets.
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or taking any medication, ask a doctor or pharmacist first: many plants interact with medicines.
- Stop immediately if you have an allergic reaction or feel unwell.
- The information on this page describes the product; it does not replace medical advice.
Specifications
| Trade name | Egyptian blue lotus |
|---|---|
| Name on the label | Nymphaea caerulea Savigny |
| Accepted name (WCVP) | Nymphaea nouchali var. caerulea (Savigny) Verdc. |
| Family | Nymphaeaceae |
| Plant part | Flower |
| Form | Whole flower, dried |
| Country | Sri Lanka (label: Made in Sri Lanka) |
| Weights | 25 g · 100 g · 500 g |
| Packed by | Maya Herbs (Maya World Trading BV, Haarlem) |
| Reference | 1119 |
| Sold as | Collectible or souvenir item; do not consume |
Discreet delivery
Orders are packed on working days and leave in plain outer packaging that does not describe the contents. Once your order has shipped, we email you the tracking link when one is available. Estimated delivery times, right of withdrawal and exceptions: Delivery, tracking and returns.
Sources: Dosoky et al. 2023, Molecules 28; Teixeira 2026, BJPsych Open 12; Tanasi et al. 2024, Sci Rep 14; supplier information; Plants of the World Online (Kew); GBIF. Updated 3 October 2026 by the Mycotrop team.
Frequently asked questions
What effects are attributed to blue lotus?
The texts describe a mild relaxation, sometimes euphoria, but also agitation or confusion in some people. These effects rest on anecdotal accounts and a case series, with no controlled human trial (Dosoky et al. 2023).
Does blue lotus contain apomorphine or nuciferine?
The literature cites these alkaloids, but the 2023 analysis of an authentic extract found only traces of nuciferine and no apomorphine. The content of active substances varies from product to product.
Is Egyptian blue lotus the same plant as the blue lotus from Thailand?
Both are labelled Nymphaea caerulea. They differ in the country named on the pouch and in the pack sizes.
Does Egyptian mean the flowers come from Egypt?
No. The name refers to the plant; this pouch is marked Made in Sri Lanka.
Which weights are available?
25 g, 100 g and 500 g.
1119-500
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