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What is lotus also called?

Published: 2024-11-22 Author: mysheen
Last Updated: 2024/11/22, Lotus is a perennial aquatic herbaceous flower of lotus genus, which can be divided into two categories: ornamental and edible. When the lotus is used right, the whole body is full of treasures, lotus root and lotus seed can be eaten, lotus leaves, flowers, roots and so on can be used as medicine. In addition, the lotus's noble character has been one of the objects sung by literati through the ages.

A nickname for lotus

Lotus, hibiscus, lotus root, hibiscus, Ganoderma lucidum, water bloom, Zezhi, Chinese lotus

The habit of Lotus

Lotus is an aquatic plant, likes to live in relatively calm shallow water, of course, swamps, ponds, lakes can also grow well.

Water demand and water depth also depend on the variety. Some varieties have relatively deep water levels. When the lotus is short of water, the lotus leaves will become scorched.

The lotus likes light and needs full light during the growing period. Lotus is extremely intolerant to shade, and its growth in semi-shady environment will be limited.

The value of Lotus

Edible value: many parts of the lotus can be eaten. For example, lotus seed porridge, preserved lotus room, lotus seed powder, lotus root slices with meat, lotus leaf steamed meat, lotus leaf porridge, color, flavor and flavor.

Medicinal value: many parts of lotus can be used as medicine, such as lotus can promote blood circulation and stop bleeding, antipyretic and detoxification. Lotus seed can nourish the heart and astringent intestines. Lotus beard can clear the heart and relieve summer heat. Lotus leaves can clear heat and dampness, rise yang and stop bleeding, lose weight.

Ornamental value: whether it is the flower arrangement of the lotus or the waterscape of the garden, it has a unique style.

 
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