Louisiana Blue Lotus Ban (2026): In Force

Ban in force

As of November 12, 2026, Blue Lotus is banned from retail sale in Louisiana, effective August 1, 2025. Named prohibited plant: La. R.S. 40:989.2(C)(5)(h) lists Nymphaea caerulea; oral, nasal and smokable products banned.

Verified November 12, 2026. Full determination, citations and verbatim law: Is Blue Lotus legal in Louisiana?

Latest update October 7, 2026: Status changed from legal to illegal. Change history

When does the Louisiana Blue Lotus ban take effect?

The Louisiana Blue Lotus ban is already in force (effective August 1, 2025); no further effective date is pending.

QuietNo pending legislation, deadlines or enforcement actions on file for Blue Lotus in Louisiana.

How the status got here

2026-10-07Status changed from legal to illegal.

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Compound Analytics. “Louisiana Blue Lotus Ban (2026): In Force.” Compound Laws, https://compoundlaws.com/bans/blue-lotus/louisiana/. Accessed November 13, 2026.

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