One was the Blue Lotus or Blue Egyptian Lotus (Nymphaea nouchali var. In ancient Egypt there were two types of water lilies that grew in the Nile. What makes the Lotus so unique and why is it so popular? The Lotus Flower in ancient Egypt In Hinduism and Buddhism, it’s considered the most sacred flower that has great spiritual symbolism. The story behind the meaning of the Lotus flower comes from its ability to push through the mud in order to bloom and grow. The Lotus has different meanings throughout different cultures and time periods, but the general concept is the same. Both Nelumbo and Nymphaea plants are popular in the East, but Nelumbo nucifera is more popular because of its cultural and religious significance. Lotus is one of the most popular flowers in Eastern culture and can be found in most parts of Asia and Australia. Nelumbo nucifera (Indian Lotus or Sacred Lotus) Importance of the Lotus Flower in Eastern Culture The main difference is that Nymphaea species have leaves and flowers that float on the water’s surface, while Nelumbo species have leaves and flowers that rise above the water’s surface. They are both aquatic plants that have long been called “Lotuses”. In our article, we use the term “Lotus” to refer to both the Nelumbo and Nymphaea species. They all have pleasant smell and people simply adore them. The flowers come in white, pink, red, blue and purple, and each color has different meaning. They are characterized by wide, disc-shaped flowers on thick stems. Both species occur in humid areas along lakes, lagoons, swamps, ponds and waterlogged fields. Nelumbo nucifera is native to tropical Asia and Australia, while Nelumbo lutea is native to North America. Nelumbo is a genus of aquatic plants consisting of only two species – Nelumbo nucifera and Nelumbo lutea. In modern times, the term “Lotus” refers specifically to the genus Nelumbo of the family Nelumbonaceae.
The common name “Lotus” is used as a common name for many species and genera in various botanical families such as Saussurea genus (commonly known as “Snow Lotus”), the species Ziziphus Lotus in the Ziziphus genus, the species Diospyros Lotus of the genus Diospyros and for certain species of the genus Nymphaea (Nymphaea nouchali, Nymphaea lotus). This is the story of the Lotus, its origin and its symbolic meaning. Besides its beauty, Lotus is known for its symbolic meanings, symbolizing different things to different cultures and countries. Its roots are in muddy water, but the plant produces the most beautiful flower.
In the world of flowering aquatic plants, Lotus is a queen of flowers.
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