Knowra Nelumbo nucifera Nelumbo nucifera Nelumbo nucifera is an aquatic perennial native to Asia and northern Australia, with large round leaves and showy flowers. Its seeds, flowers, and rhizomes are cultivated for food, ornament, and religious symbolism.
Nelumbonaceae : Nelumbonaceae is a family of aquatic flowering plants containing the genus Nelumbo. This family places the sacred lotus among its close botanical relatives.
Lotus effect : The lotus effect is water-repellent self-cleaning caused by microscopic surface texture and waxy chemistry. The leaf’s rough, wax-coated surface makes droplets roll away with dirt.
Lotus root : Lotus root is the edible rhizome of Nelumbo nucifera, commonly sliced, cooked, or pickled. This crisp rhizome is one of the plant’s most familiar food products.
Lotus in Buddhism : The lotus in Buddhism is a symbol of purity, awakening, and spiritual emergence. Buddhist art frequently depicts lotus flowers and seats associated with this species.
Nelumbo : Nelumbo is a genus of aquatic flowering plants, including the Asian sacred lotus and the American lotus. The genus distinguishes this species from its North American relative.
Superhydrophobicity : Superhydrophobicity is extreme water repellency, typically producing contact angles above 150 degrees. The lotus leaf is a celebrated biological example of this surface property.
Lotus seed : A lotus seed is the edible seed of Nelumbo nucifera, eaten fresh, dried, or processed. Seeds are sold as food and used in sweets and savory dishes.
Padma : Padma is the Sanskrit word for lotus and a recurring symbol in Hindu and Buddhist traditions. The sacred lotus is commonly identified with the culturally significant padma.
Aquatic plant : An aquatic plant is a plant adapted to grow in water or waterlogged environments. The lotus’s floating leaves and submerged rhizomes suit this broader way of life.
Nelumbo nucifera thermoregulation : Nelumbo nucifera thermoregulation is the capacity of its flowers to maintain elevated temperatures during flowering. Heat production can keep the flower warmer than surrounding air.
Show all 24