Dried Lotus Leaf (Nelumbo nucifera)

Dried Lotus Leaf (Nelumbo nucifera) — Premium Vietnamese Export Herb

Dried lotus leaves — harvested from Nelumbo nucifera, Vietnam’s emblematic lotus plant — represent one of the most culturally significant and commercially valuable botanical exports in the Vietnamese herbal trade. VinFruits Global sources premium dried lotus leaves from VietDelta’s certified growing network, supplying consistent, high-quality material to food manufacturers, herbal tea brands, traditional medicine producers and wellness businesses worldwide.

About the Product

Vietnam’s vast lotus cultivation — spanning natural lakes, seasonal ponds and dedicated farm plots — produces lotus leaves of exceptional quality. The large, round leaves of Nelumbo nucifera are harvested at maturity, carefully dried and processed into the characteristic light brown-green material prized for its mild, distinctive lotus aroma. Low-temperature drying preserves the leaf’s structural integrity and bioactive constituents for downstream processing and direct-use applications.

Key Bioactive Properties

Alkaloids (Nuciferine, Roemerine): Dried lotus leaf contains a unique alkaloid profile with documented effects on lipid metabolism and adipogenesis inhibition. Nuciferine, the primary alkaloid, is an active area of pharmaceutical research for obesity management and metabolic syndrome applications.

Flavonoids: Quercetin, kaempferol and isorhamnetin glycosides contribute antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and vascular-protective activity, supporting cardiovascular and general wellness formulations.

Polyphenols: Broad-spectrum phenolic compounds support antioxidant defence and cellular health protection.

Traditional and Modern Applications

Cooling Herbal Tea: Dried lotus leaf tea is a cornerstone of Vietnamese and Chinese traditional medicine — consumed as a cooling summer drink to reduce body heat, support digestion and promote calm. It is a high-volume export commodity for herbal tea blenders globally.

Weight Management: The lotus leaf alkaloid nuciferine has demonstrated fat-metabolism-modulating activity in multiple studies, making dried lotus leaf a popular ingredient in slimming teas, weight management supplements and functional beverages.

Food Wrapping (Bánh Chưng, Sticky Rice): Vietnamese culinary tradition uses large lotus leaves to wrap bánh chưng and ceremonial sticky rice — imparting a characteristic mild aroma. This drives meaningful demand from Vietnamese diaspora food producers worldwide.

Herbal Steam Baths: Lotus leaves are a traditional component of Vietnamese postpartum herbal steam baths (xông hơi), valued for their aromatic and warming properties.

Export Specifications

Form: Dried whole lotus leaves | Colour: Light brown-green | Aroma: Mild, characteristic lotus fragrance | Usage: Tea, food wrapping, herbal steam baths | Shelf life: 12–18 months (dry, cool storage) | Packaging: Food-grade sealed bag / kraft bag | Certifications: FDA, HACCP, VietGAP

Order Enquiry

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