Species sacred lotus
Magenta Flower with beige  stigma and stamens, white veins, green leaves and stems,

sacred lotus

Nelumbo nucifera

The Sacred Lotus (Nelumbo nucifera) is a stunning flower that has earned its place in religious and spiritual rituals for centuries. It is a perennial aquatic plant believed to be native to India and China, with a light pink-to-white flower and wide, round leaves that float atop the surface of the water. The lotus is venerated for its ability to remain pure even while growing in muddy water. Its symbolic representation of renewal and spiritual awakening remains relevant to people of multiple faiths and cultures. When in bloom, the Sacred Lotus is truly an awe-inspiring sight.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Seed Propagation,Division,Air Layering Propagation,Stem Propagation,Tissue Culture

Hardiness Zone:

4 - 10

Flowers:

Pink or white Flowers

Sun:

full sun

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,red,yellow,brown

Growth Rate:

High

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Tropical:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Watering your sacred lotus (Nelumbo nucifera) should be done every 5-7 days, depending on the environment. The amount of water needed depends on the size and weather conditions; the larger the plant, the more water it is likely to need. If the environment is warm and sunny, then more frequent and abundant watering is necessary. In cooler climates and seasons, water once every 10-14 days. When watering, water until you can see water coming out of the bottom of the pot.

sunlight

Sacred lotus (Nelumbo nucifera) is a sun-loving plant species that needs full sunlight to thrive. This species does best with 8-10 hours of sunshine each day. Additionally, they need the sunlight to be direct, so it is beneficial to position them where they can absorb direct rays from the sun throughout the day.

pruning

Pruning a sacred lotus (Nelumbo nucifera) should occur during the growing season, usually from April to September, when the shoots are still soft and flexible. Pruning should focus on removing dead, diseased, or unwanted shoots and blossoms. When removing shoots, make sure to use sharp, sterilised pruning shears and cut the shoot to its base, removing as much of the stem as possible. Prune the plant as it grows, removing any dead or diseased stems as they appear. For best results, prune the plant approximately twice per growing season.

Season

Fall
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Starts Flowering

The Nelumbo nucifera typically starts flowering in June.

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