Water Lily (Nymphaea spp)
Scientific Name: Nymphaea spp. — Water Lily.
Native Home: Tropical and temperate regions worldwide.
Height: Leaves float on the surface; flower stalks typically rise 5–30 cm above the water.
Lifespan: Perennial or annual, depending on species.
Uses and Harvesting
Timber: Not applicable.
Harvesting: Flowers, seeds, and rhizomes are collected from suitable edible species; ornamental flowers are harvested for floral use.
Age to Harvest: Approximately 3–6 months for flowering after planting, depending on variety and conditions.
Products: Ornamental pond plants, cut flowers, seeds, and selected edible plant parts.
History and Global Production
Traditional Use: Water lilies have been valued in ornamental ponds, cultural traditions, and some regional food and herbal practices.
Global Spread: Grown commercially by aquatic nurseries and pond-plant growers worldwide.
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