Lian Zi - Lotus Seed

Lian Zi TCM Herb Classifications and Usages

The TCM herb "lian zi" which in english is "lotus seed", is categorized within the "herbs that stabilize and bind" functional grouping. It is thought to enter the heart, kidney and spleen channels and exhibits neutral (ping) and sweet (gan) taste/temperature properties.

Dosages and preparations will vary according to each individual and the overall approach of a formula, but generally this herb has the following dosage and/or preparation guidelines:

Of many possible clinical applications, it may be considered to influence the following issues/symptoms:

Lian Zi may potentially be used, in coordination with a well tailored formula (in most cases), to influence the following conditions: anxiety, diarrhea, insomnia, irritability, leukorrhea, palpitations and/or spermatorrhea

While it may not always be included depending on the manufacturer or herbalist making the formula, lian zi is generally included in the following 1 formula: