Nymphaea lotus

A beautiful and very varied species from West Africa with leaves of green to red-brown and varying numbers of purple spots. Can grow from 20-80 cm tall. Before forming floating leaves Nymphaea lotus (zenkeri) forms many underwater leaves. If you don't want floating leaves, prune the roots and leaves.

The beautiful, aromatic flowers can be fully appreciated in open aquariums. A nutritious bottom encourages growth. Often available in a red and a green variety. Recommended as a solitary plant for large aquariums.

Plant info

Type:	Bulb/onion
Origin:	Africa
Country or continent where a plant is the most common. Cultivars arise or are bred in cultivation.
Growth rate:	Medium
Growth rate of the plant compared to other aquatic plants.
Height:	20 - 30+
Average height (cm) of the plant after two months in the tank.
Light demand:	Medium
The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0,5 W/L.
CO2 :
A medium need in CO2 is 6-14 mg/L. A high demand in CO2 is approx. 15-25 mg/L.