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class="css-t753mo"><a href="#what-it-is" class="css-1r1p1p8">What it is</a></li><li class="css-t753mo"><a href="#health-claims" class="css-1r1p1p8">Health claims</a></li><li class="css-t753mo"><a href="#downsides" class="css-1r1p1p8">Downsides</a></li><li class="css-t753mo"><a href="#how-to-use-it" class="css-1r1p1p8">How to use it</a></li><li class="css-t753mo"><a href="#bottom-line" class="css-1r1p1p8">Bottom line</a></li></ul></nav><article class="article-body css-d2znx6 undefined"><div class="css-12va8w7"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><div><p class="css-w2pt6r">Some people believe blue lotus flower has health benefits, including reducing anxiety and improving sleep. But it has psychoactive properties, and research on its safety and efficacy is needed.</p></div></div><div><p>Blue lotus flower (<em>Nymphaea caerulea</em>) is a psychoactive plant, also known as blue Egyptian lotus, blue water lily, and sacred blue lily.</p></div><div><div data-preamp="serena-chatbot"></div></div><div><p>It’s been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years as a natural aphrodisiac, sleep aid, and anxiety reliever. However, due to its psychoactive properties, many people wonder if it’s legal and safe to use.</p></div><div><p>This article tells you all you need to know about blue lotus flower, including its benefits, downsides, legality, and safety.</p></div><div><div><figure class="css-yhe8zq"><span class="css-rwmw5v"><span class="css-mjp0j9"><picture class="css-16pk1is"><source srcSet="//i0.wp.com/post.healthline.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/blue-lotus-flower-1296x728-header.jpg?w=1575 750w" media="(min-width: 1190px)"/><source srcSet="//i0.wp.com/post.healthline.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/blue-lotus-flower-1296x728-header.jpg?w=1575 750w" media="(min-width: 990px)"/><source srcSet="//i0.wp.com/post.healthline.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/blue-lotus-flower-1296x728-header.jpg?w=1845 879w" media="(min-width: 768px)"/><img src="//i0.wp.com/post.healthline.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/blue-lotus-flower-1296x728-header.jpg?w=1155&h=1528" alt="Blue lotus flower (Nymphaea caerulea)" class="css-1jytyml"/></picture></span><hl-share-overlay class="css-18moxll"><a class="icon-hl-pinterest css-q12qfg" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" data-event="Any Page|Image Pinterest Click|Icon Clicked" data-element-event="OPEN|CONTENTBLOCK|Any Page|Article Body|BUTTON|Image Widget Pinterest Click|" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthline.com%2Fnutrition%2Fblue-lotus-flower&media=https%3A%2F%2Fpost.healthline.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2020%2F09%2Fblue-lotus-flower-1296x728-header.jpg&description=Blue%20Lotus%20Flower%3A%20Uses%2C%20Benefits%2C%20and%20Safety" title="Share on Pinterest" data-pin-custom="true" data-share-url="https://post.healthline.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/blue-lotus-flower-1296x728-header.jpg"><span class="css-8yl26h">Share on Pinterest</span></a></hl-share-overlay></span></figure></div></div><div class="css-20w1gi"><aside class="css-0 css-0" data-testid="sticky-inline-ad" data-sticky="false"><div><div data-empty="true" class="css-1sq15os"><div class="css-1hjaa0k"><span class="css-zya54r"></span></div><div id="inline2__slot" data-adbridg-ad-class="inline2__slot" data-ad="true" class="css-1t05dkn"></div></div></div></aside></div></div><div class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="what-it-is">What is blue lotus flower?</a></div></h2></div><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>Blue lotus flower is a water lily that predominantly grows in Egypt and certain parts of Asia.</p></div><div><p>It holds cultural importance, and images of the flower have been found on ancient papyri and on the walls of tombs. Historians believe it was once used in Egypt as a traditional medicine to treat an array of conditions and disorders like anxiety and insomnia (<hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5638439/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">1</a></hl-trusted-source>).</p></div><div><p>It’s known as an entheogenic drug, which is a mind-altering substance believed to alter one’s consciousness in a spiritual or religious manner. This term is commonly used instead of “hallucinogenic” or “psychedelic” (<a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/B978012815339000024X" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">2</a>).</p></div><div><p>The two main compounds responsible for the flower’s psychoactive and medicinal effects are apomorphine and nuciferine (<hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5638439/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">1</a></hl-trusted-source>, <hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26963248/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">3</a></hl-trusted-source>, <a href="https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Apomorphine#section=LC-MS" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">4</a>, <a href="https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Nuciferine" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">5</a>):</p></div><div><ul><li><strong>Apomorphine.</strong> A psychoactive compound that acts as a <a href="https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/how-to-increase-dopamine" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">dopamine</a> agonist, meaning it can instill a happy and euphoric feeling. It may also help with muscle control in those with conditions such as Parkinson’s disease and erectile dysfunction.</li><li><strong>Nuciferine.</strong> A compound thought to act as an antipsychotic drug that induces feelings of calmness through mechanisms that aren’t yet fully understood. It has also been shown to improve symptoms of erectile dysfunction.</li></ul></div><div><p>Consuming blue lotus flower may make you feel “high” and result in a gentle euphoria. Some people have drawn comparisons to the high you experience after consuming cannabis, though this can be largely individual.</p></div><div><p>Currently, blue lotus flower isn’t approved for human consumption in the United States. However, it’s not a controlled substance and is legally allowed to be cultivated, sold, and purchased except in the state of Louisiana where it’s illegal (<hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5638439/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">1</a></hl-trusted-source>, <a href="http://legis.la.gov/legis/Law.aspx?d=726196" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">6</a>).</p></div><div><p>The most common forms of the flower include teas, infused wine and spirits, and products to smoke or vape. You may be able to find these in specialty holistic wellness stores, vape shops, or online.</p></div><div><p>Despite this, always check your local and federal laws regarding the legality of any psychoactive substances and speak with a healthcare professional before trying them.</p></div><div><blockquote class="is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow css-pc7ote"><strong>Summary</strong><p>The two compounds responsible for the psychoactive and medicinal properties in blue lotus flower are apomorphine and nuciferine. Always check your local and federal laws and consult your healthcare provider before trying the flower.</p></blockquote></div><span class="css-zya54r"></span></div><div class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="health-claims">Health claims</a></div></h2></div><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>Despite the many claims of blue lotus flower’s health benefits, there’s only limited research on the plant.</p></div><div><p>Historically, it’s been used recreationally and medicinally, with most advocates claiming it can improve sleep, reduce anxiety, assist with erectile dysfunction, and act as a natural aphrodisiac (<hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5638439/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">1</a></hl-trusted-source>, <hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1079300/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">7</a></hl-trusted-source>).</p></div><div><p>Though no direct research supports these claims, many suspect that these effects come from the two compounds in the flower — apomorphine and nuciferine — commonly known to promote calmness and assist with muscle control (<hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5638439/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">1</a></hl-trusted-source>, <hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1079300/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">7</a></hl-trusted-source>).</p></div><div><p>Furthermore, blue lotus flower contains <a href="https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/antioxidants-explained" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">antioxidants</a> like flavonoids, quercetin, kaempferol, and myricetin (<hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18534639/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">8</a></hl-trusted-source>). </p></div><div><p>Antioxidants promote good health by fighting free radicals, which can otherwise damage your body’s cells. A diet high in antioxidants is associated with a lower risk of chronic conditions like heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and certain types of cancer (<hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6316255/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">9</a></hl-trusted-source>, <hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5789319/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">10</a></hl-trusted-source>, <hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26633317/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">11</a></hl-trusted-source>, <hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27746034/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">12</a></hl-trusted-source>).</p></div><div><p>Yet, despite its antioxidant content, no research directly links this flower with a reduced risk of chronic disease, and no studies have confirmed whether there’s an ideal way to consume it to reap the most benefits.</p></div><div><p>The best way to get antioxidants is to include a variety of antioxidant-rich foods in your diet like vegetables, fruit, nuts, seeds, whole grains, green tea, and coffee (<hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6316255/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">9</a></hl-trusted-source>, <hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26633317/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">11</a></hl-trusted-source>).</p></div><div><blockquote class="is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow css-pc7ote"><strong>Summary</strong><p>Although proponents believe that blue lotus flower may improve sleep, anxiety, erectile dysfunction, and many other conditions, limited research supports these claims.</p></blockquote></div></div><div class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="downsides">Downsides</a></div></h2></div><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>Even though you can buy blue lotus flower online and in certain stores, there’s a large debate as to whether it should be a legal substance due to its psychoactive properties.</p></div><div><p>The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) labels the flower as poisonous, yet doesn’t classify it as a controlled substance. This means that you can legally purchase blue lotus teas, incense, and oils. It’s legal in most countries except for Poland, Russia, and Latvia (<hl-trusted-source source="PubMed Central" rationale="Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health"><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5638439/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">1</a></hl-trusted-source>, <a href="https://www.cfsanappsexternal.fda.gov/scripts/plantox/detail.cfm?id=8285" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">13</a>).</p></div><div><p>Though proponents of the flower tout its medicinal benefits, very limited research backs up these claims. Further, there’s no safety data on the substance and no generally accepted dosage.</p></div><div><p>Therefore, it’s important to speak with your healthcare provider if you’re considering trying blue lotus flower.</p></div><div><p>It’s also important to note that children and people who are pregnant or breastfeeding should avoid the flower due to the lack of research on its safety in these populations.</p></div><div><p>Finally, because of its psychoactive properties, it may not be suitable for everyone and shouldn’t be mixed with other substances like cannabis or <a href="https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/alcohol-good-or-bad" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">alcohol</a>.</p></div><div><p>Do not drive or perform other activities while consuming the flower. </p></div><div><blockquote class="is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow css-pc7ote"><strong>Summary</strong><p>Limited studies exist on blue lotus flower and its effect on human health and safety. Due to its psychoactive properties, always consult with a healthcare provider and avoid driving or performing other activities while under the influence.</p></blockquote></div><span class="css-zya54r"></span></div><div class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="how-to-use-it">How to use it</a></div></h2></div><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>Blue lotus flower can be used in many different forms, though there’s no data available on its safety, maximum dosage, and potency:</p></div><div><ul><li><strong>Tea.</strong> To make blue flower lotus tea, add one premade tea bag or 3–5 grams of dried flowers to 1–2 cups (250–500 mL) of hot water. Let steep for 5–10 minutes.</li><li><strong>Smoking.</strong> If you choose to smoke it, roll dried flowers using rolling papers. Just keep in mind that this method may cause significant psychoactive effects and should be used with caution. </li><li><strong>Vaping.</strong> For vaping, finely ground flowers can be added to a vaporizer and inhaled. </li><li><strong>Alcoholic beverage.</strong> Some people infuse wine or alcoholic spirits with the flower. Due to the unknown safety of this, it’s best to avoid it.</li><li><strong>Massage and essential oil.</strong> You can purchase blue lotus flower massage oil or <a href="https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/what-are-essential-oils" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">essential oil</a> which can enter the body through the skin or nasal passage. Though unknown at this time, many claim that these forms are less potent.</li></ul></div><div><p>Despite these uses, it’s unknown if blue lotus toxicity or drug interactions can occur.</p></div><div><p>Don’t exceed the recommended dosage instructions on the product’s packaging. It’s also important to purchase these products from a reliable source and speak with a healthcare provider to make sure it’s right for you.</p></div><div><blockquote class="is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow css-pc7ote"><strong>Summary</strong><p>Most advocates of blue lotus flower consume it through tea, smoking, vaping, or essential oil inhalation. Due to the unknown safety and lack of standard dosage recommendations, be sure to follow the package instructions.</p></blockquote></div></div><div class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="bottom-line">The bottom line</a></div></h2></div><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>The blue lotus flower has been used for thousands of years as a traditional medicine in ancient Egypt.</p></div><div><p>Today, it’s commonly consumed as a tea, smoked or vaped, or inhaled as an essential oil. Despite many anecdotal claims, there’s no evidence that it helps <a href="https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/16-ways-relieve-stress-anxiety" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">reduce anxiety</a>, improve sleep, increase sexual arousal, or manage erectile dysfunction.</p></div><div><p>Though legal in most countries, the substance can elicit psychoactive effects and should only be used after speaking with your healthcare provider.</p></div></div></article><span class="css-zya54r"></span></div><div><div class="css-8q0s1n css-10dx3t"><div class="css-15lc7zf"><h3 id="bylineArticleTools">How we reviewed this article:</h3><div class="css-vrhe66"><button type="button" open="" class="css-5sudr5"><div class="css-rre5oz"><span class="css-1d75hb8"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="22" height="20" fill="none" viewBox="0 0 22 20"><path fill="currentColor" d="M3.181 9.732c.43 0 .793-.003 1.157 0 .66.007 1.023.613.696 1.19a221.037 221.037 0 0 1-1.774 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But it has psychoactive properties, and research on its safety and efficacy is needed.\u003c/p\u003e"},{"tagName":"p","source":"Blue lotus flower (\u003cem\u003eNymphaea caerulea\u003c/em\u003e) is a psychoactive plant, also known as blue Egyptian lotus, blue water lily, and sacred blue lily."},{"tagName":"div","attributes":{"data-preamp":"serena-chatbot"},"source":""},{"tagName":"p","source":"It’s been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years as a natural aphrodisiac, sleep aid, and anxiety reliever. However, due to its psychoactive properties, many people wonder if it’s legal and safe to use."},{"tagName":"p","source":"This article tells you all you need to know about blue lotus flower, including its benefits, downsides, legality, and safety."},{"tagName":"div","source":"\u003cfigure class=\"css-yhe8zq\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"css-rwmw5v\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"css-mjp0j9\"\u003e\u003cpicture class=\"css-16pk1is\"\u003e\u003csource srcSet=\"//i0.wp.com/post.healthline.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/blue-lotus-flower-1296x728-header.jpg?w=1575 750w\" media=\"(min-width: 1190px)\"/\u003e\u003csource srcSet=\"//i0.wp.com/post.healthline.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/blue-lotus-flower-1296x728-header.jpg?w=1575 750w\" media=\"(min-width: 990px)\"/\u003e\u003csource srcSet=\"//i0.wp.com/post.healthline.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/blue-lotus-flower-1296x728-header.jpg?w=1845 879w\" media=\"(min-width: 768px)\"/\u003e\u003cimg src=\"//i0.wp.com/post.healthline.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/blue-lotus-flower-1296x728-header.jpg?w=1155\u0026h=1528\" alt=\"Blue lotus flower (Nymphaea caerulea)\" class=\"css-1jytyml\"/\u003e\u003c/picture\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003chl-share-overlay class=\"css-18moxll\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"icon-hl-pinterest css-q12qfg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" data-event=\"Any Page|Image Pinterest Click|Icon Clicked\" data-element-event=\"OPEN|CONTENTBLOCK|Any Page|Article Body|BUTTON|Image Widget Pinterest Click|\" href=\"https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthline.com%2Fnutrition%2Fblue-lotus-flower\u0026media=https%3A%2F%2Fpost.healthline.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2020%2F09%2Fblue-lotus-flower-1296x728-header.jpg\u0026description=Blue%20Lotus%20Flower%3A%20Uses%2C%20Benefits%2C%20and%20Safety\" title=\"Share on Pinterest\" data-pin-custom=\"true\" data-share-url=\"https://post.healthline.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/blue-lotus-flower-1296x728-header.jpg\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"css-8yl26h\"\u003eShare on Pinterest\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-share-overlay\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/figure\u003e"}]},{"id":"what-it-is","title":"What it is","isCollapsable":false,"header":["What is blue lotus flower?"],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"Blue lotus flower is a water lily that predominantly grows in Egypt and certain parts of Asia."},{"tagName":"p","source":"It holds cultural importance, and images of the flower have been found on ancient papyri and on the walls of tombs. Historians believe it was once used in Egypt as a traditional medicine to treat an array of conditions and disorders like anxiety and insomnia (\u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5638439/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003e1\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e)."},{"tagName":"p","source":"It’s known as an entheogenic drug, which is a mind-altering substance believed to alter one’s consciousness in a spiritual or religious manner. This term is commonly used instead of “hallucinogenic” or “psychedelic” (\u003ca href=\"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/B978012815339000024X\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003e2\u003c/a\u003e)."},{"tagName":"p","source":"The two main compounds responsible for the flower’s psychoactive and medicinal effects are apomorphine and nuciferine (\u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5638439/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003e1\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e, \u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26963248/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003e3\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Apomorphine#section=LC-MS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003e4\u003c/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Nuciferine\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003e5\u003c/a\u003e):"},{"tagName":"ul","source":"\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApomorphine.\u003c/strong\u003e A psychoactive compound that acts as a \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/how-to-increase-dopamine\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003edopamine\u003c/a\u003e agonist, meaning it can instill a happy and euphoric feeling. It may also help with muscle control in those with conditions such as Parkinson’s disease and erectile dysfunction.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNuciferine.\u003c/strong\u003e A compound thought to act as an antipsychotic drug that induces feelings of calmness through mechanisms that aren’t yet fully understood. It has also been shown to improve symptoms of erectile dysfunction.\u003c/li\u003e"},{"tagName":"p","source":"Consuming blue lotus flower may make you feel “high” and result in a gentle euphoria. Some people have drawn comparisons to the high you experience after consuming cannabis, though this can be largely individual."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Currently, blue lotus flower isn’t approved for human consumption in the United States. However, it’s not a controlled substance and is legally allowed to be cultivated, sold, and purchased except in the state of Louisiana where it’s illegal (\u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5638439/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003e1\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http://legis.la.gov/legis/Law.aspx?d=726196\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003e6\u003c/a\u003e)."},{"tagName":"p","source":"The most common forms of the flower include teas, infused wine and spirits, and products to smoke or vape. You may be able to find these in specialty holistic wellness stores, vape shops, or online."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Despite this, always check your local and federal laws regarding the legality of any psychoactive substances and speak with a healthcare professional before trying them."},{"tagName":"blockquote","attributes":{"className":"is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow css-pc7ote"},"source":"\u003cstrong\u003eSummary\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe two compounds responsible for the psychoactive and medicinal properties in blue lotus flower are apomorphine and nuciferine. Always check your local and federal laws and consult your healthcare provider before trying the flower.\u003c/p\u003e"}]},{"id":"health-claims","title":"Health claims","isCollapsable":false,"header":["Health claims"],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"Despite the many claims of blue lotus flower’s health benefits, there’s only limited research on the plant."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Historically, it’s been used recreationally and medicinally, with most advocates claiming it can improve sleep, reduce anxiety, assist with erectile dysfunction, and act as a natural aphrodisiac (\u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5638439/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003e1\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e, \u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1079300/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003e7\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e)."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Though no direct research supports these claims, many suspect that these effects come from the two compounds in the flower — apomorphine and nuciferine — commonly known to promote calmness and assist with muscle control (\u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5638439/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003e1\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e, \u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1079300/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003e7\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e)."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Furthermore, blue lotus flower contains \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/antioxidants-explained\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eantioxidants\u003c/a\u003e like flavonoids, quercetin, kaempferol, and myricetin (\u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18534639/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003e8\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e). "},{"tagName":"p","source":"Antioxidants promote good health by fighting free radicals, which can otherwise damage your body’s cells. A diet high in antioxidants is associated with a lower risk of chronic conditions like heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and certain types of cancer (\u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6316255/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003e9\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e, \u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5789319/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003e10\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e, \u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26633317/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003e11\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e, \u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27746034/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003e12\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e)."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Yet, despite its antioxidant content, no research directly links this flower with a reduced risk of chronic disease, and no studies have confirmed whether there’s an ideal way to consume it to reap the most benefits."},{"tagName":"p","source":"The best way to get antioxidants is to include a variety of antioxidant-rich foods in your diet like vegetables, fruit, nuts, seeds, whole grains, green tea, and coffee (\u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6316255/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003e9\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e, \u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26633317/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003e11\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e)."},{"tagName":"blockquote","attributes":{"className":"is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow css-pc7ote"},"source":"\u003cstrong\u003eSummary\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlthough proponents believe that blue lotus flower may improve sleep, anxiety, erectile dysfunction, and many other conditions, limited research supports these claims.\u003c/p\u003e"}]},{"id":"downsides","title":"Downsides","isCollapsable":false,"header":["Downsides"],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"Even though you can buy blue lotus flower online and in certain stores, there’s a large debate as to whether it should be a legal substance due to its psychoactive properties."},{"tagName":"p","source":"The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) labels the flower as poisonous, yet doesn’t classify it as a controlled substance. This means that you can legally purchase blue lotus teas, incense, and oils. It’s legal in most countries except for Poland, Russia, and Latvia (\u003chl-trusted-source source=\"PubMed Central\" rationale=\"Highly respected database from the National Institutes of Health\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5638439/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003e1\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https://www.cfsanappsexternal.fda.gov/scripts/plantox/detail.cfm?id=8285\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003e13\u003c/a\u003e)."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Though proponents of the flower tout its medicinal benefits, very limited research backs up these claims. Further, there’s no safety data on the substance and no generally accepted dosage."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Therefore, it’s important to speak with your healthcare provider if you’re considering trying blue lotus flower."},{"tagName":"p","source":"It’s also important to note that children and people who are pregnant or breastfeeding should avoid the flower due to the lack of research on its safety in these populations."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Finally, because of its psychoactive properties, it may not be suitable for everyone and shouldn’t be mixed with other substances like cannabis or \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/alcohol-good-or-bad\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003ealcohol\u003c/a\u003e."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Do not drive or perform other activities while consuming the flower. "},{"tagName":"blockquote","attributes":{"className":"is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow css-pc7ote"},"source":"\u003cstrong\u003eSummary\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eLimited studies exist on blue lotus flower and its effect on human health and safety. Due to its psychoactive properties, always consult with a healthcare provider and avoid driving or performing other activities while under the influence.\u003c/p\u003e"}]},{"id":"how-to-use-it","title":"How to use it","isCollapsable":false,"header":["How to use it"],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"Blue lotus flower can be used in many different forms, though there’s no data available on its safety, maximum dosage, and potency:"},{"tagName":"ul","source":"\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTea.\u003c/strong\u003e To make blue flower lotus tea, add one premade tea bag or 3–5 grams of dried flowers to 1–2 cups (250–500 mL) of hot water. Let steep for 5–10 minutes.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmoking.\u003c/strong\u003e If you choose to smoke it, roll dried flowers using rolling papers. Just keep in mind that this method may cause significant psychoactive effects and should be used with caution. \u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVaping.\u003c/strong\u003e For vaping, finely ground flowers can be added to a vaporizer and inhaled. \u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcoholic beverage.\u003c/strong\u003e Some people infuse wine or alcoholic spirits with the flower. Due to the unknown safety of this, it’s best to avoid it.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMassage and essential oil.\u003c/strong\u003e You can purchase blue lotus flower massage oil or \u003ca href=\"https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/what-are-essential-oils\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003eessential oil\u003c/a\u003e which can enter the body through the skin or nasal passage. Though unknown at this time, many claim that these forms are less potent.\u003c/li\u003e"},{"tagName":"p","source":"Despite these uses, it’s unknown if blue lotus toxicity or drug interactions can occur."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Don’t exceed the recommended dosage instructions on the product’s packaging. It’s also important to purchase these products from a reliable source and speak with a healthcare provider to make sure it’s right for you."},{"tagName":"blockquote","attributes":{"className":"is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow css-pc7ote"},"source":"\u003cstrong\u003eSummary\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost advocates of blue lotus flower consume it through tea, smoking, vaping, or essential oil inhalation. Due to the unknown safety and lack of standard dosage recommendations, be sure to follow the package instructions.\u003c/p\u003e"}]},{"id":"bottom-line","title":"Bottom line","isCollapsable":false,"header":["The bottom line"],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"The blue lotus flower has been used for thousands of years as a traditional medicine in ancient Egypt."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Today, it’s commonly consumed as a tea, smoked or vaped, or inhaled as an essential oil. 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