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Dried Lotus Plumule Wholesale Manufacturer & Supplier in China
- ≥0.20% Liensinine, lab-verified
- Pharma & food grade options
- Full import compliance documents
- Flexible MOQ from 100g sample
Peiux
Why Source Dried Lotus Plumule from Peiux?
- Directly Xiangtan planting bases for stable supply free from seasonal price fluctuations.
- 5-step rigorous quality control, each batch fully traceable from farm to final packaging.
- Low-temperature gentle drying preserves over 92% of natural active alkaloid ingredients.
- Custom processing and private label packaging to fit your exact production requirements.
- Dedicated account manager provides end-to-end customs support for all global orders.
- Partnered with SGS and Intertek for independent third-party testing per production batch.
Peiux Dried Lotus Plumule
Peiux is a specialized Chinese supplier of premium dried lotus plumule, operating exclusive contracted farms in the core production region of Hunan Xiangtan.
We offer pharma to food grade options, custom processing and private label services, serving herbal tea, supplement and skincare brands worldwide with reliable, compliance-backed global sourcing solutions.
Core Quality Features of Peiux Dried Lotus Plumule
Authentic Xiangtan Origin
Sourced from core Hunan Xiangtan lotus planting bases
Standardized Alkaloid Content
Liensinine ≥0.20%, meets Chinese Pharmacopoeia standards
Sulfur-Free Production
No sulfur fumigation, 100% natural safe processing
Three Grade Specifications
Pharma, premium food and standard food grades
Ultra-Low Impurity Rate
Color sorted + manual check, impurity rate ≤1%
Natural Raw Traits
Greenish-yellow hue, crisp texture, pure bitter taste
EU Heavy Metal Compliant
Cadmium ≤0.1mg/kg, meets strict EU limits
US Aflatoxin Certified
Aflatoxin ≤20μg/kg, compliant with FDA standards
Peiux
Strict Sample-to-Bulk Consistency Guarantee
A frequent risk in global herb sourcing is bulk shipments that deviate from approved samples, disrupting production schedules and eroding end-product quality. Peiux retains sealed reference samples for every batch, and guarantees our dried lotus plumule fully matches your confirmed sample in active content, appearance and purity.
Company Advantage
Peiux is a professional herbal raw material manufacturer and exporter based in Xiangtan, Hunan – China’s premium dried lotus plumule production hub. We operate a GMP-compliant processing plant equipped with low-temperature drying lines, optical color sorters and dedicated in-house QC laboratories.
With exclusive contracted farms and full end-to-end production control, we deliver consistent, fully traceable dried lotus plumule to partners across 30+ countries.
Industry-Specific Solutions: Peiux Dried Lotus Plumule
Herbal Tea & Beverage Industry
Dietary Supplement Industry
TCM & Herbal Pieces Sector
Natural Skincare Industry
Peiux Dried Lotus Plumule: Pure Origin, Verified Active Potency
Sourced from Hunan Xiangtan core lotus farms, low-temperature dried to retain full natural alkaloids.
More About Peiux Dried Lotus Plumule
| Item | Specification |
| Product Name | Dried Lotus Plumule (also known as Lotus Heart / Lotus Germ) |
| Botanical Name | Plumula Nelumbinis |
| Plant Source | Embryo of mature Nelumbo nucifera Gaertn. seed |
| Origin | Xiangtan, Hunan, China (national geo-protected core lotus region) |
| Harvest Season | Mid-July to late August (optimal 80% maturity stage) |
| Drying Method | Low-temperature vacuum drying / natural shade drying |
| Appearance | Greenish-yellow slender rods, crisp texture, pure bitter taste |
| Moisture Content | ≤12.0% |
| Total Ash | ≤8.0% |
| Key Active Alkaloids | Liensinine ≥0.20% (Pharma Grade) / ≥0.15% (Premium Food Grade) Neferine ≥0.70% (Pharma Grade) |
| Impurity Rate | ≤1% (Premium & Pharma Grade) / ≤3% (Standard Food Grade) |
| Heavy Metal (Cadmium) | ≤0.1mg/kg, fully compliant with EU limits |
| Total Aflatoxin | ≤20μg/kg, meets US FDA standards |
| Pesticide Residues | Compliant with EU Regulation 396/2005 (400+ items screened) |
| Microbial Limits | Total aerobic count ≤10,000cfu/g; Mold & yeast ≤1,000cfu/g |
| Package Type | Minimum Order Quantity | Key Inclusions | Ideal For |
| Sample Trial Package | 500 g | Full COA report, food-grade aluminum foil pack, sealed reference sample | Product R&D, quality validation, small-batch testing |
| Bulk Wholesale Package | 25 kg | Standard 25kg woven bag with double PE liner, full customs documentation, full batch traceability | Herbal tea manufacturers, supplement producers, distributors |
| Private Label OEM Package | 50 kg | Custom packaging sizes, multi-language labels, custom processing (whole/cut/ground) | Retail brands, Asian grocery chains, private label marketers |
| Storage Category | Specification | Key Reminder |
| Optimal Ambient Conditions | Temperature ≤25℃; relative humidity ≤60%; cool, dry, sealed area away from direct sunlight | High heat and humidity accelerate alkaloid degradation and raise mold risk |
| Unopened Original Packaging | 18-month shelf life under compliant storage conditions | Factory-sealed bulk packs with double food-grade PE liners maximize stability |
| Opened Packaging | Use within 3 months; re-seal airtight immediately after each access | Transfer opened stock to moisture-proof containers to prevent oxidation and clumping |
| In-Transit Storage | Keep fully covered; avoid exposure to rain, direct sun and extreme temperature swings | Prevents packaging damage and premature quality deterioration during shipping |
| Long-Term Inventory Management | Perform visual and moisture checks every 6 months; follow FIFO rotation | Maintains consistent liensinine content and product quality over stock cycles |
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Dried Lotus Plumule FAQs
What is dried lotus plumule good for?
Traditionally used in Eastern herbalism to support calmness and clear internal heat, dried lotus plumule is preliminarily researched for its antioxidant, mild sedative and cardiovascular-support properties from its liensinine and neferine alkaloids. It serves as a functional raw ingredient for herbal teas, supplements and skincare, and Peiux provides graded options for all these applications.
What is the difference between dried lotus plumule and lotus seed?
Dried lotus plumule is the tiny green embryo extracted from mature lotus seeds, while lotus seed refers to the starchy, mild-tasting seed kernel. Lotus plumule contains 40x more bioactive alkaloids than seed meat, with a characteristic bitter taste. It is used for herbal teas, supplements and medicine, rather than as a staple food ingredient.
Is dried lotus plumule the same as lotus heart and lotus germ?
Yes, they refer to the exact same product. “Dried lotus plumule” is the standard international trade term, while “lotus heart” and “lotus germ” are common descriptive names across different regions. Its official botanical name is *Plumula Nelumbinis*, recognized in global pharmacopoeia and trade documentation.
Dried lotus plumule — also widely known as lotus heart, lotus germ, and by its official botanical name Plumula Nelumbinis — is the dried young leaf and radicle extracted from the mature seed of *Nelumbo nucifera* Gaertn.
Long valued in traditional Eastern herbalism for its unique properties, this slender, bitter-tasting green ingredient has grown into a high-demand functional raw material across the global herbal tea, dietary supplement, and natural skincare industries.
Botanical Identity and Key Distinctions
Dried lotus plumule and lotus seed are distinct plant parts with vastly different compositions and uses. Lotus seed refers to the starchy, mild-flavored endosperm that makes up the bulk of the seed, used widely as a food ingredient and staple in Asian cuisine. Dried lotus plumule, by contrast, is the tiny embryonic structure at the center of the seed, accounting for only around 2% of the total seed weight.
Despite its small size, dried lotus plumule concentrates the vast majority of the seed’s bioactive compounds. Total alkaloid content in premium dried lotus plumule ranges from 2.1% to 3.7% — over 40 times higher than the concentration found in lotus seed meat.
Core Active Compounds and Scientific Profile
The functional value of dried lotus plumule stems from three primary classes of bioactive compounds: alkaloids, flavonoids, and polysaccharides.
Alkaloids are the most well-researched and defining active components of dried lotus plumule. The three major alkaloids are liensinine, neferine, and isoliensinine, collectively referred to as lotus plumule alkaloids.
Liensinine is the traditional marker compound specified in the 2015 edition of the Chinese Pharmacopoeia, with a minimum requirement of 0.20% for pharmaceutical-grade material.
The 2025 updated pharmacopoeia added neferine as an additional marker, setting a minimum standard of 0.70%, as it is the most abundant alkaloid in the raw material. These compounds are the primary drivers of the ingredient’s traditional use for calming support and cardiovascular health maintenance.
Flavonoids represent the second major active group, including compounds such as hyperoside, luteolin glucoside, and schaftoside. These compounds contribute strong antioxidant properties, helping neutralize free radicals and support anti-inflammatory responses in topical and internal applications.
Dried lotus plumule also contains polysaccharides, trace minerals, and plant sterols that add to its overall functional profile.
Origins, Harvest and Processing: Quality Begins at the Source
China is the global origin and primary producer of dried lotus plumule, with five major core production regions. Xiangtan in Hunan Province is widely recognized as the premium origin, holding national geographical indication status for Xiangtan lotus, and producing plumule with consistently higher alkaloid content and superior overall quality. Other major producing regions include Guangchang in Jiangxi (the largest production volume), Honghu in Hubei (a traditional medicinal origin), and Fuding in Fujian (a leading tea-grade production hub).
Harvest timing is one of the most critical factors determining final product quality. The optimal harvest window occurs when the lotus seed reaches 80% maturity, identified by its purple-brown shell. At this stage, alkaloid content peaks, and the plumule is tender and fully formed. Harvesting too early results in low yield and underdeveloped active compounds, while over-mature seeds develop fibrous plumule with reduced alkaloid concentration and diminished bitter flavor. The annual harvest season runs from mid-July to late August, with peak production in early August.
Post-harvest processing has an even greater impact on active compound retention. The first step is core extraction, which can be done by hand or by machine. Hand extraction produces higher whole-grain integrity with minimal breakage, and is used for premium-grade products. Machine extraction is more efficient and lower cost, but results in higher breakage rates, making it suitable for standard-grade bulk material.
The drying method is the single most important processing step for preserving active ingredients. Research from the National Agricultural Products Processing Technology Research Center shows that natural shade drying preserves 92.4% of total alkaloids, producing the highest quality product with a natural greenish-yellow color. Low-temperature vacuum drying (≤40℃) retains over 88% of active compounds and offers consistent, scalable production. Conventional high-temperature hot-air drying (60℃), by contrast, causes a 31.7% loss of liensinine, resulting in darker color, reduced potency, and lower overall quality.