Sacred Lotus Family

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Nelumbonaceae

Description Nelumbonaceae is a family of aquatic plants commonly known as the sacred lotus family. The family consists of only two genera: Nelumbo and Euryale. Nelumbo is the more well-known genus, containing the sacred lotus (Nelumbo nucifera), a culturally significant plant in many Asian countries. Euryale, on the other hand, contains only one species, Euryale ferox, which is native to…