1、 Shape features

Lotus is an aquatic plant. The flowers are solitary at the top of the branch, and the flower types include single, double, double and double. The petals are mostly white, pink, red and lavender. Its leaves are shield shaped, dark green on the surface and grayish green on the back. The rhizome grows in the mud and has pores in it. There are lotus seeds in the flower.

2、 Growth habit

Lotus is distributed in subtropical and temperate regions and in China except Tibet and Qinghai. It is suitable for growing in calm shallow water. It needs sufficient water and long-term light for growth. It is not resistant to shade.

3、 Other effects

Lotus itself has high ornamental value, and many parts of it can also be eaten. Its rhizome is lotus root, which can be used for cooking. Seeds are lotus seeds, which can be used to cook porridge. Fresh seeds can also be eaten raw. Lotus leaf can be used to make tea or cook rice.

4、 Top ten famous flowers

Lotus is one of the top ten famous flowers in China. Since ancient times, many people have praised its character of being out of mud and not stained. There are also many areas in China that are sacred places for lotus appreciation, among which the West Lake is the most famous. Many cities also designated lotus as the city flower.