The good reputation of Jianning lotus seed dates back to more than 1,000 years ago. Jianning county, in East China’s Fujian province, produces high-quality and nutritious lotus seeds due to the ideal growing conditions for lotuses in the county’s lotus ponds. Lotus seeds grown in the county are of top-grade in China.

A kind of seeds from the white lotus made by multiple processing techniques gains its reputation at home and abroad. Lotus seeds from Jianning county are firm and big, and in natural color. The seeds are easy to spoil and can produce tasty soups that are rich in nutrition.

Lotus seeds are believed to have good medical effects for human bodies, including the kidney, stomach, and eyes. East Asians also believe the seeds can help soothing nerves and stopping diarrhea, and can make the body stronger and expand one’s lifespan.