Nelumbo nucifera (Chinese Lotus)

Nelumbo nucifera, commonly known as Chinese Lotus, is an aquatic plant native to Asia. It is a perennial with beautiful, large, pink flowers and distinctive round leaves that can grow up to 23 inches in diameter. The flowers bloom in the summer and are often used in religious ceremonies and traditional medicine. Chinese Lotus is well-suited for water gardens and can grow in shallow, muddy ponds. It is a symbol of purity and divine beauty in many Asian cultures.