Nymphaea Caerulea, although not a true lotus flower like Sacred Lotus (Nelumbo nucifera), is often reffered to as Blue Lotus and was held in very high esteem by the ancient Egyptians. Nymphaea Caerulea (Blue Lotus) was worshipped as a visionary plant and was a symbol for the origins of life. The Egyptians believed that the world was originally covered by water and darkness. A Blue Lotus sprang up from the water and opened its petals to reveal a young god, a Divine Child. Light streamed from the Divine Child to banish universal darkness. This child god was the Creator, the Sun God, the source of all life. When the Pharao known as King Tut was entombed, his body was covered in Nymphaea Caerulea (Blue Lotus) flowers. Nymphaea Caerulea (Blue Lotus) is also highly respected and by Indians and in Buddhism. When Nymphaea Caerulea (Blue Lotus) was smoked or drank after being soaked in water or wine, it acted as an intoxicant.
This product was added to our catalog on Sunday 08 July, 2007.