BLUE LOTUS FLOWERS

Description

ABOUT

Blue Lotus flowers are a tropical lily that features blue star shaped flowers, native to the Nile delta. The seeds and root are also edible. Many associated medicinal properties. Widely used among other lilies within Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese medicine. 

Pyschoactive and considered beneficial for lucid dreaming and relaxation.

OTHER NAMES

Nymphaea caerulea, eygyptian blue water lily

ASSOCIATIONS

Water, sun, fire, earth. Known as a fourfold in the natural world. 

MAGICKAL FOLKLORE

Native to Eygpt, the flowers were used to honour the living and the dead as a symbol of eternal life. Known as a symbol of the sun god Ra. Like the Sun-God, the flowers open in the morning and close as the Sun begins to set. At night, they are submerged below the surface of the water, to be reborn the following day. Can be used in blessings to the sun and to connect to the divine. In Buddhism it is seen to be the flower to overcome victory of the senses with intelligence and wisdom. 

USES 

Tea, spell work, offerings, smoke blend, incense, edible

CONTRAINDICATIONS 

Advised not to be used whilst pregnant or breastfeeding. Check with your medical professional for other conditions and medication.

WEIGHT

10g in compostable packaging