Quick Facts
| Latin Name | Nelumbinis Folium |
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| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 荷葉 · He Ye |
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| Medicinal Part | Leaves |
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| Efficacy Category | Hemostatic |
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| Botanical Origin | The dried leaves of Nelumbo nucifera Gaertn.(Nymphaeaceae) |
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| Nature & Flavour | Bitter, Astringent; Neutral |
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| Channels Entered | Liver, Spleen, Stomach |
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What Is He Ye?
He Ye (Hindu Lotus Leaf) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Primarily produced in the Chinese provinces of Fujian, Jiangsu, Hunan, Hubei.
Nature & Flavour: Bitter, Astringent; Neutral
Channels Entered: Liver, Spleen, Stomach
He Ye: Materia Medica Profile
Identification & Quality Standard
Nelumbinis Folium
Botanical Origin
The dried leaves of Nelumbo nucifera Gaertn.(Nymphaeaceae)
Production Regions
Primarily produced in the Chinese provinces of Fujian, Jiangsu, Hunan, Hubei.
Quality Requirements
Superior medicinal material has large leaf, clean, green color.
Macroscopic Features
Often folds into half-round or folding fan-shape, when flattened it has a semi-round shape, 20~50cm in diameter, entire or slightly wavy. Upper surface is dark green or yellowish-green, relatively rough; lower surface is pale grayish-brown, relatively smooth, with 21~22 thick veins that spread from the center to around the sides; center has a raised base of leaf stem. Brittle texture, easily broken. faintly aromatic odor, slightly bitter taste.
Traditional TCM Properties
Bitter, Astringent; NeutralLiverSpleenStomach
Traditional Functions
Clears summerheat and transforms dampness, upbuoys clear yang, cools blood and stops bleeding.
How He Ye Is Used in TCM
In the Chinese materia medica, He Ye is classified among the Hemostatic herbs.
Medical Disclaimer — This article is provided for educational purposes only and describes traditional Chinese medicine concepts. It is not medical advice, and it is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Always consult a qualified practitioner before using any herb, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication or managing a diagnosed condition.
