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Sacred Lotus (Kamal / Padma)
Nelumbo nucifera
ପଦ୍ମ (Padma)कमल (Kamal)Kamala / Padma
- Family
- Nelumbonaceae
- Origin
- Tropical Asia & Australia
- Plant Type
- Herb
- Habitat
- Outdoor
About the Plant
Sacred aquatic rhizomatous perennial herb; large orbicular glaucous water-repellent leaves raised high above water, and magnificent fragrant solitary pink-white flowers.
Traditional Uses
Cardiac debility, burning syndrome, heavy menses, and diarrhea
Parts Used
Flowers, stamens, rhizomes, seeds
Ayurvedic Properties
- Rasa: Kashaya, Madhura, Tikta
- Guna: Laghu, Snigdha
- Virya: Sheeta
- Vipaka: Madhura
Health Benefits
- Cardiotonic, cools blood heat, arrests diarrhea, improves skin complexion, and calms mind
Precautions
Very safe; seeds should be consumed with outer skin removed in excess
Interesting Facts
National flower of India; lotus seeds can remain viable for over 1,000 years and still germinate