Blue lotus is a plant that has multiple psychoactive effects and can be used to induce a calm state of euphoria. This plant has been a staple in ancient Egyptian culture and is now commonly consumed as a tea, tincture or even to smoke. Inhaling any herb carries inherent health risks like long term lung damage, so smoking any substance should always be done in moderation.
The main way people consume blue lotus is by soaking the flowers in wine to drink the mixture. This is a pretty simple process that requires little time to complete. The resulting drink is said to be very relaxing and can induce feelings of euphoria similar to that of consuming THC-rich cannabis.
It is also sometimes smoked on its own or mixed with other herbs to create custom herbal smoking blends. This can be very relaxing and can help with anxiety, depression, or sleep issues. It is also sometimes used as an antidepressant.
Alternatively, people can make a tincture of the herb using alcohol. This can be very easy to do and is often done by placing the flower into a mason jar with enough alcohol to completely cover it and then leaving it for a week or two. It is then shaken daily to extract the active ingredients from the flower. This can be taken sublingually for a more concentrated high. Some people have reported that ingesting the plant can cause low blood sugar levels and should be avoided by diabetics.