Description
5 Seeds Nelumbo nucifera is an aquatic perennial in the Nelumbonaceae family. This is a Red species of the Nelumbo nucifera. It is native to Asia and Australia. Not to be confused with the genus Nympheae, which is also a sacred lotus famous in the Indian culture. The Nelumbo nucifera is called the sacred lotus for the flower’s symbolic status to Buddhism and Hinduism. The seeds are impenetrable by water, giving the seed a shelf life of several hundred years. It grows to 6 feet tall in shallow waters. The seeds fall to the bottom of the silty bottom and can lay in waiting if there is a drought. Once it rains, the seeds will crack and start to germinate to produce more plants. The most beautiful water flowers, in my opinion. Zones 4-11 Germination With nail clippers, snip off the concave end of the seed’s outer coating so water may enter. Drop seeds into a water container filled with water about 6 inches to the top. Keep in a sunny spot until germination, which is in 2-25 days. Transplant seeds to deeper water once grown.
Rewarding Essentials –
Arrived fast and already sprouting
V –
Seeds look healthy, just waiting to them to sprout.
Mary Ram –
This was a quick shipment & I love the concept of them growing in water. I can’t wait until they open.
Tracy Garcia –
Came exactly as I expected. Haven’t planted them yet, but I am excited to do so. They came with instruction son how to plant them so I don’t anticipate any problems. On time! Positive experience.