American Lotus
Common Name: American Lotus
Species Name: Nelumbo lutea
Plant Type: Aquatic Perennial
Family Name: Nelumbonaceae
Plant Facts | |
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Origin | North America |
Sun Preference | Full Sun |
Problems | None Serious |
ID Characteristics
- Leaf and Stem Characteristics
- Plant Height: 6 feet
- Plant Width: Indefinite
- Floral Characteristics
- Rose-like yellow flowers producing a woody shower head shaped seed pod
Habitat/Ecology | |
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Soil Type | Grows in 2 feet of water but 2-4 inches may be enough |
USDA Cold Hardiness Zone | 4 |
Notes | Requires several weeks above 80o F to bloom; seeds may last for thousands of years |
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