Blue lotus (Nymphaea caerulea)

The Blue Lotus (Nymphaea caerulea) is also known as Blue water lily or Egyptian lotus. It is a live water plant growing on the shores of lakes and rivers. In the time of the ancient Egyptians, the plant was considered sacred.

The god of the Blue water lily in ancient Egypt was Nefertem. He offered the lily to the sun god Ra to ease the pain of his aging body. The Egyptians appreciated the flower not only for its pleasing smell, but also for its healing qualities. Many scenes depict women holding the flower, smelling its divine fragrance. Today it is believed that the plant was used as a recreational drug (soaked in wine) as well.

Effects

The effects of the Blue lotus are both narcotic and euphoric, becoming slightly hallucinogenic at higher doses. It is also said that the flower increases sexual arousal and has a potency enhancing effect.

Usage

To make tea, take 5 grams per person and soak in hot water. For a traditional Egyptian drink, soak the flowers in wine for several hours. Use approximately 5 grams per bottle. Do not exceed recommended dosage: Blue lotus makes the wine bitter and hard to drink.

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Nov 2, 2009 Vic said:
   
“I have tried smoking it, didnt get much of a buzz. I also tried making the tea, didnt get much there either. am i supposed to put it in the water directly and drink it as well? I used one of these things you use when you make regular tea, when you dip the stuff in the water and leave it there for a while, and then throws it away. so is that wrong? Am i supposed to leave the lotus stuff in the water and drink that as well? I would be thankfull for an answer! :)

By the way, the tea tastes good if you ask me, just add some honey and alittle lemon juice, and it tastes really good! ”

Nov 14, 2008 Fifka said:
     
“I smoked and drinked that and was awsome in both cases i was relaxed and i was laugh as newer before for 15 minuts awsome stuff.”

Sep 8, 2008 WeirdFish said:
 
“tried it as a tea, didn't drink any alcohol as most people here seem to suggest, felt a relaxing feeling but nothing more. Maybe I should try it with alcohol, too...”