How deep should Nymphaea nouchali be planted?
The rhizome should be planted in soil at the bottom of the pond or container, with the water level covering it by about 10-20 cm initially, adjusting as the plant grows.
Star Lotus (Nymphaea nouchali) is an aquatic perennial with large, showy flowers and round, floating leaves, ideal for water gardens.
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Sunlight
Requires full sun for best flowering
Watering
Keep consistently moist and submerged
Soil
Heavy clay loam or aquatic planting soil is ideal for anchoring the rhizome.
Temperature
Prefers warm temperatures
Habitat
Aquatic, Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Needs regular feeding during growing season
Requires full sun for best flowering
At least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Keep consistently moist and submerged
Ensure rhizome is covered, avoid chlorinated water.
Heavy clay loam or aquatic planting soil is ideal for anchoring the rhizome.
Prefers warm temperatures
Ideal range 20-28°C; sensitive to frost.
Aquatic, Outdoor, Greenhouse
Needs regular feeding during growing season
Use aquatic plant fertilizers.
Plant Type
Aquatic
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Pot, Garden
Plant Environment
Aquatic, Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.3-1 m
Spread
0.6-1.5 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None in tropical climates; may go dormant in cooler regions
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Floating, peltate
Flower Size
10-20 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
50000
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No