Nymhaea lotus (Egyptian White Water Lily)
Botanical Information
Family | Nymphaceae |
Genus | Nymhaea |
Species | lotus |
Category | Tropicals |
Origin | Africa. |
Ethnobotanical Uses Disclaimer | Herb, soothing, astringent, diuretic, tranquilizing, detoxicant, and aphrodisiac. |
Details
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canadian Hardiness Zone | Requires cool season protection under glass. |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Height | 0.2 m to 0.8 m |
Growth | Medium |
Description and Growing Information
Propagation | Seed and crown division. |
Cultivation | Best grown in full sun with rich soil and still water. |
Habitat | Ponds and wetlands. |
Colour Description | Leaves are green to reddish-brown. |