Blue Lotus – Blue Lilly – Blauer Lotus

Blue Lotus / Blue Lotus (Nymphaea caerulea), also known as “Blue Lily”, is an Egyptian water lily that has been used in traditional medicine and spiritual practices for thousands of years. Here is an overview of the properties and effects of Blue Lotus:

Properties:

• Appearance: A beautiful blue or purple water lily with yellow pistils. It grows mainly in humid areas, such as river banks and lakes.
• History: Blue lotus was especially sacred in Egyptian culture and was often used in temples and religious ceremonies. He is often depicted in ancient Egyptian artworks.
• Ingredients: Contains alkaloids such as apomorphine and nuciferine, which are responsible for the calming and slightly psychoactive effect.

Effects:

1. Relaxing and slightly euphoric: Blue Lotus is known for its calming effect on the nervous system, promotes relaxation and can induce mild euphoria.
2. Mildly psychoactive: It can lead to a gentle, dreamy state and is sometimes used in rituals or meditation to promote deep relaxation and spiritual experiences.
3. Aphrodisiac: In many cultures, it is said to have an aphrodisiac effect by increasing sexual energy and sensuality.
4. Sleep-inducing: Because of its calming properties, Blue Lotus can improve sleep without causing severe sedation. It is often taken as a tea or extract before sleeping.
5. Analgesic: In traditional medicine, Blue Lotus is also used to relieve mild pain, especially headaches and muscle aches.
6. Mood-enhancing: The ingredients have a mood-lifting effect and can help reduce anxiety and stress.

Uses:

• Tea: Blue lotus is often prepared as an herbal tea to promote relaxation.
• Incense: In spiritual ceremonies, it is sometimes used as incense.
• Oils and Tinctures: Blue Lotus extracts are used in cosmetic and aromatherapy products to soothe the skin and invigorate the senses.
• Smoking or vaporizing: Some also use it as a smoke plant or in vaporizers.

Blue Lotus is a gentle plant that can create a relaxed, sensual atmosphere without producing strong psychoactive effects.