White Phoenix Lotus Plant
A dwarf lotus with white, phoenix-like blooms, ideal for small ponds with edible parts and graceful aesthetics.
Habit
Perennial (aquatic)
Height
2-4 ft
Growth
Fast
Soil
Rich, clay-loam
Shade
Full Sun
Moisture
Standing water (2-12 in)
Edible
Yes (seeds, roots)
Medicinal
Yes (antioxidant)
Origin
China
Climatic Condition
Temperate
Temperature (°)
13-30
Humidity (%)
50-80
Potting media
Clay+Loam
Fertilizers
High phosphorus NPK (5:10:5)
Watering
Keep submerged in water
Plant Weight
~3-6 kg
Flowering Time
June-August
Soil Ph level
6.0-7.5
Water Ph level
6.5-7.5
Soil EC
0.5-1.2 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
15-20 blooms
NPK ratio
5:10:05
life Span
1000+ years (seeds)
Health Benefits
Antioxidant, aesthetic
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
60% clay, 40% loam
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize biweekly with high-phosphorus aquatic fertilizer
Common Diseases and Remedies
Common Diseases
Leaf blight, Root rot, Powdery mildew, Aphids, Leaf spot
Symptoms
Yellowing leaves, brown spots, white powdery patches, wilting
Organic Remedies
Neem oil spray, baking soda solution, beneficial nematodes, compost tea