Tag #47097 - Wonders of America-Largest Flower


American lotus is an emergent aquatic
plant. It grows in lakes and swamps, as
well as areas subject to flooding. The
roots are anchored in the mud, but the
leaves and flowers emerge above the
water's surface.
Physical Characteristics
Leaves:
Disk-shaped;
Centrally shield-shaped;
Floating;
Up to 2.75 feet in diameter;
Flowers:
One flower; Pale-yellow in color;
Up to 10 inches wide;
20+ sepals and petals;
Fruit:
Nut-like;
Does not split open to release seeds
when ripe;
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