Lotus seed maturity time

Maturity time: Lotus seeds are generally mature and harvested from August to October in autumn. When lotus seeds enter the maturity period, they can be picked according to preference.

Planting time: Lotus seeds have no dormant period. As long as the water temperature can be maintained above 16 degrees, they can be sown in all seasons.

Blooming time: Lotus seeds generally take 50-60 days from sowing to blooming. If in autumn, it takes 60-80 days, mainly depending on the light temperature.

Result time: Lotus seeds are in full flowering period from June to August. Fresh lotus seeds can be picked and eaten after June, and it takes 30-40 days to mature.

Harvest and market: Fresh lotus seeds begin to be on the market in July and August. It is best to eat lotus seeds when they are first on the market.

Origin and price of lotus seeds

Origin: Lotus seeds are also called white lotus, lotus rice, and lotus meat. They are produced in most areas of our country. They can be divided into Xianglian, white lotus, and shell lotus. wait.

Price: The price of lotus seeds is generally 6-6.5 yuan/jin, red lotus seeds are more expensive, 12-14 yuan/jin, white lotus seeds are 13-14 yuan/jin; lotus seeds in Xiangtan production area are 25 -26 yuan.

Effects and functions of lotus seeds

Lotus seeds are rich in protein, starch, flavonoids, vitamin C and other nutrients. They can nourish the spleen and stop diarrhea, nourish the heart and calm the mind, astringent essence and stop bleeding. .