Lotus is a perennial aquatic herb of Nelumbo.

Lotus is a perennial aquatic herb of Nelumbo.

Lotus is a perennial aquatic herb flower of the genus Nelumbo, which can be divided into two categories: ornamental and edible. Lotus is a treasure when used correctly, and lotus roots and lotus seeds can be eaten. In addition, the noble character of lotus has been one of the objects of literati singing since ancient times.

Another name for lotus flower

Lotus, water hibiscus, lotus root, lotus, water lily, water lily, water bloom, Zezhi, China lotus.

The habits of lotus flowers

Lotus is an aquatic plant and likes to live in relatively calm shallow water. Of course, swamps, ponds and lakes can also grow well.

Water demand and water depth also depend on the variety. Some species have relatively deep water levels. When the lotus is short of water, the lotus leaves will be burnt.

Lotus likes light, and it needs full light environment in its growing period. Lotus is extremely intolerant of shade, and its growth will be limited in semi-shade environment.

The value of lotus

Edible value:

Many parts of lotus are edible. For example, lotus seed porridge, preserved lotus seed, lotus seed powder, lotus root slices with meat, steamed lotus leaf meat and lotus leaf porridge are all delicious.

Ornamental value:

Both the arrangement of lotus flowers and the waterscape of gardens have their own styles.