Lotus
Scientific Name |
: Nelumbo nucifera. |
Family |
: Nymphaeaceae |
Common names |
: Chinese Arrowroot, Lotus
Bean, Sacred Lotus |
| Best Season |
: March to May (planting) |
Colour |
: White, Pink |
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Lotus, known as flower of purity is the National
Flower of India. This water plant is very easy to grow. Flowers in pink and
white, have a large number of petals and large circular thick leaves. The leaves
are sometimes, and the flowers always, raised above the water surface. This
beautiful and fragrant flower blooms only for one day. Lotus is considered sacred
by the Hindus and the Buddhists.
Planting
Lotus can be planted in tanks around 2 1/2 feet
deep. Make a mixture of compost, cow dung and sand. Spread a layer of
3 inches thickness at the bottom of the tank. Sunlight is a must for the lotus
plant to flower. So tanks should be placed where there is plenty of sunlight.
The best time to plant is from March to May.
Usually tubers or bulbs are used for planting, seeds can also be used to make new
seedlings. Tuber should be planted at 2inches depth inside the sand compost
mixture in the tank. Fill the tank with water at a level of 6-8 inches above
the tuber. As the plant grows you can fill the tank with more water. You can
grow fish in the tank to control pests.
Questions of
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Posted on :
24.7.2010 By : Padma Raga , Hyderabad, Hyderabad
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What are the manures to be used for water lilies to flower? And also is sunshine a requirement to make them flower?
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npk 15.15.15,Lilies thrive best in sunny conditions.When the light is restricted they lean
towards the light. Very few lilies can survive where the shade is dense. | |
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Posted on :
23.3.2010 By : Belinda , tamil nadu
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how to set a pond for water lilies. we intend building a small pond. What should be the height of soil? water?give some guidance
Belinda
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Posted on :
10.2.2010 By : CHACHORIA PRAVIN , PUNE.
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I want some best quality Lotus seed. Where can I get them and at what price?
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