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Sacred Lotus (Kamal)

Sacred Lotus (Kamal)

Nelumbo nucifera

Medium difficultyPerennialSummer
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Sunlight
Full Sun (6+ hours)
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Watering
Aquatic/Constant
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Min pot size
24" pot
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Start from
Plant a dormant rhizome horizontally in clay soil, then submerge the pot in a large tub of water

About Sacred Lotus (Kamal)

An iconic, spectacular aquatic plant. The national flower of India. Both flowers and submerged rhizomes (kamal kakdi) are highly valued. Thrives in warm, still water.

Climate requirements

Ideal temperature
25–35°C
Heat stress above
45°C
Cold stress below
10°C
Humidity
Moderate (40–70%)
Rain sensitivity
Low

Growth stages

Stage 1
Germination
Day 0–20
Stage 2
Vegetative
Day 21–70
Stage 3
Blooming
Day 71–120
Stage 4
Maturation
Day 121–150

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