Nelumbo nucifera

Loto sagrado

El loto sagrado, una planta acuática emblemática, fascina por sus grandes flores y sus hojas flotantes, típicas de los lagos tropicales.
Se puede ver en el jardín
Nombre científico:
Nelumbo nucifera
Nombre común:
Loto sagrado
Ficha descriptiva de la especie
A symbol of purity in many cultures, the sacred lotus unfurls its large flowers above the water. It brings a soothing touch to pools.
Familia:
Nelumbonaceae
Origen geográfico:
India, China, South East Asia
Talla:
Leaves up to 60 cm, flowers up to 30 cm
Floración:
May to November
Hábitat:
Ponds, ponds, calm water areas
Categoría:
Magnoliopsida
Orden:
Proteales

A symbolic aquatic plant

The sacred lotus is an aquatic plant known for its large pink or white flowers that open above the water. Its round leaves naturally repel water thanks to their particular surface. This adaptation allows the plant to remain clean despite its humid environment.

At the Jardin de Valombreuse, the sacred lotus can be observed in the basins of the botanical garden. This plant loves warmth, calm water, and good sun exposure. Very present in Asian culture, the lotus is also cultivated for its beauty and its symbolic value.

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