| Common Name | Sacred Lotus |
| Family | Nelumbonaceae |
| Genus | Nelumbo |
| Species | Nucifera |
| Variety | bowl |
| Origin | Asia |
| Blooming | Summer flowering aquatic plant, often blooms in afternoon. |
| Leaf Color | Blue-green / Grey-green |
| Sunlight | Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Heavy clay soil or aquatic pond mix submerged in water
Keep rhizome permanently submerged (10-25cm depth), do not let dry out
Requires full sun for flowering; place in direct sunlight daily
Use aquatic fertilizer tablets monthly during growing season
Remove dead or yellow leaves promptly to prevent rot and algae
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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