Red Water Lily (Nymphaea rubra)
Red Water Lily (Nymphaea rubra) is a perennial aquatic plant with vibrant red flowers and large, floating leaves.
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Sunlight
Full sun required for best flowering.
Watering
Consistently moist, submerged crown.
Soil
Heavy loam or clay soil is ideal. Avoid soils with high organic matter or sand, which can cause root rot.
Temperature
Prefers warm temperatures during growing season.
Habitat
Aquatic, Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Requires specialized aquatic fertilizer.
Care Requirements
Full sun required for best flowering.
At least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Consistently moist, submerged crown.
Maintain 15-30 cm water depth over rhizome.
Heavy loam or clay soil is ideal. Avoid soils with high organic matter or sand, which can cause root rot.
Prefers warm temperatures during growing season.
Ideal range 18-25 °C.
Aquatic, Outdoor, Greenhouse
Requires specialized aquatic fertilizer.
Use tablets inserted into soil every 4-6 weeks.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Aquatic
Plant Category
Ornamental, Flowering
Plant Place Type
Pot, Garden
Plant Environment
Aquatic, Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.3-1 m
Spread
1-2 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Yes, in colder climates
Leaf Color
Green, Reddish-brown
Leaf Type
Floating
Flower Size
10-20 cm
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderNymphaeales
- familyNymphaeaceae
- genusNymphaea
- speciesNymphaea rubra
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No