Can lotus grow lotus roots? Introduction to lotus

1. Can lotus roots grow?

The lotus does not grow lotus roots, but the lotus root is a part of the lotus, belonging to its rhizome, not its root. The roots of the lotus grow on the lotus root nodes. The lotus root grows horizontally in the mud. There are some holes of different sizes on the cross section. These holes are air cavities formed to adapt to life in the water. There are also some lotus root fibers on the lotus root. The reason why the lotus can adapt to the aquatic environment is also because of the existence of the rhizome such as the lotus root. When the flowers fade in autumn, the part above the water surface will wither and turn yellow. You can then dig out the lotus roots and eat them.

II. Introduction

1. Family: Lotus is an aquatic plant of the Nymphaeaceae family and the Nelumbo genus. It is divided into two categories: ornamental lotus and edible lotus. It has many nicknames, including water hibiscus, lotus flower, lotus, and lotus.

2. Morphology: The rhizome of lotus grows horizontally and is relatively thick. The lotus leaves are round and relatively large, with a diameter of about 25-90 cm. The surface color is dark green with a layer of waxy white powder. The petioles are very thick and cylindrical.

3. Habits: Lotus is an aquatic plant. It likes to grow in water with slow flow and cannot lack water. It likes sunlight very much and is extremely intolerant of shade. It needs a full-light environment during its growing period.