




Nelumbo nucifera
The Sacred Lotus is a beautiful flower that grows in water. Its big, round leaves float on the surface, and it blooms with lovely pink or white petals. This flower is special because it can grow in muddy water and still look amazing!
Habitat: Wetlands
The Sacred Lotus has large, showy flowers, typically vibrant pink or pure white, that stand high above the water. Its enormous, circular leaves are waxy and repel water, often reaching over two feet in diameter, and it features a distinctive, cone-shaped seed pod.





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Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Its huge leaves can reach two feet wide, like giant waterproof dinner plates!
Sacred Lotus flowers can glow extra bright in UV light to attract insects!
The sacred lotus can live for thousands of years, making it an incredibly ancient plant!
This plant's ancient seeds have sprouted after lying dormant for over 1,300 years!
Sacred Lotus has superhydrophobic leaves that repel water and dirt, keeping them spotless.
Sacred Lotus can regulate its flower temperature, creating a warm haven for pollinating beetles.
Air channels in stems help Sacred Lotus leaves and flowers float high above the water's surface.
Apis mellifera
Visits flowers for nectar and pollen.
Anas platyrhynchos
Feeds on seeds and rhizomes.
Hyla chinensis
Hides among the broad leaves.
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Summer blooming plants produce their flowers during the summer season, often providing vibrant color when many other plants have finished.
Broadleaf trees are angiosperms characterized by flat, wide leaves that are typically shed annually in temperate climates.
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
Medicinal plants possess chemical compounds that can be used for therapeutic purposes to treat illnesses or maintain health.
Night blooming plants open their flowers after sunset, often to attract nocturnal pollinators with their scent and appearance.
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
This trait characterizes organisms with an exceptionally long lifespan compared to others of their kind.
This habitat trait identifies species found in wetlands, which are areas of land saturated with water, either permanently or seasonally, including marshes, swamps, and bogs.
Describes a species whose presence and role have a disproportionately large effect on its environment.
Aquatic habitats encompass environments where organisms live predominantly in water, including oceans, rivers, lakes, and wetlands.
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always stay close to an adult when exploring near water.
50-150 cm
100-300 cm
10-30 cm
Summer
Yes
None
Perennial
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