Description: Nelumbo nucifera is an aquatic perennial is in the Nelumbonaceae family. It is also known as Indian lotus, bean of India, Egyptian bean, lotus, and the most famous name the Sacred Lotus. It is native to Asia and Australia. Not to be confused with the genus Nympheae which is also a sacred lotus famous in the Indian culture. The Nelumbo nucifera is called the sacred lotus for its symbolic status the flower holds in relation to Buddhism and Hinduism. The seeds are impenetrable by water, giving the seed a shelf life of several hundred years. It grows to 4 feet tall in shallow waters. The seeds fall to the bottom of the silty bottom and can lay in waiting if there is a drought. Once it rains the seeds will crack and start to germinate to produce more plants. These are the most beautiful water flowers in my opinion. Zones 4-11 Germination With nail clippers, snip off the concave end of the seed's outer coating so water may enter. Drop seeds into a water container filled with water about 6 inches to the top. Keep in a sunny spot until germination which is in 2-25 days. Transplant seeds to deeper water once grown.
Price: 15.79 USD
Location: San Francisco, California
End Time: 2023-09-26T22:50:39.000Z
Shipping Cost: 4.95 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
Brand: Unbranded
Indoor/Outdoor: Indoor & Outdoor
Type: Perennial
Season of Interest: Fall, Spring, Summer
Watering: Medium
Sunlight: Full Sun
Features: Flowering
Soil Type: Peat, Sand, Loam
