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Lotus root, also known as lotus root, belongs to the rhizome of lotus in Nymphaeaceae. Fat, knotted, with some tubular holes in the middle, connected by iron wire after breaking. It can be eaten or used as medicine. Lotus root originated in India and was later introduced to China. During the Southern and Northern Dynasties, the cultivation of lotus root was quite common, and it has been cultivated for more than 3000 years. Lotus root is cultivated in southern provinces of China. There are two kinds of lotus root: seven-hole lotus root and nine-hole lotus root. Seven-hole lotus root is widely cultivated in Jiangsu Province and Zhejiang Province. This variety has excellent texture, thick roots, tender meat, crisp, sweet and white, and people like to eat it. Different parts of the lotus have different names and can be used as medicine. Lotus stems are called lotus stems, and leaves are called lotus leaves and lotus leaf stalks. Lotus root is called lotus root, and the shell is called lotus leaf; The fruit is lotus meat or lotus seed, in which the embryo is called lotus heart and the rhizome of lotus is called lotus root.

Lotus root is slightly sweet and crisp, can be eaten raw or cooked, and has high medicinal value. Its roots, leaves, flowers and fruits are precious and can be used as tonic medicine. Lotus root powder can help digestion, stop diarrhea, stimulate appetite, clear away heat, nourish and prevent internal bleeding. It is a good liquid food and nourishing treasure for women, children, teenagers and the infirm. During the Xianfeng period of the Qing Dynasty, imperial meals were awarded as a tribute.