03/11/2025
Lotus flower
The plant that cleans itself and can survive for hundreds of years!
The lotus flower is not only one of the most spectacular aquatic plants, but also a symbol of purity, resilience and rebirth. Although it grows in dirty and muddy waters, its petals never get dirty - an amazing phenomenon of nature!
- The secret of self-cleaning
The lotus has a unique phenomenon called the lotus effect, which allows it to always remain clean. Its leaves and petals are covered in thousands of hydrophobic microscopic structures that repel water and dirt. When the water drops touch the plant, they roll off and remove dust and mud particles, making the lotus always flawless.
- The plant that is reborn after hundreds of years
Lotus is incredibly resilient. Its seeds can remain viable for hundreds of years and sprout even after being buried for centuries. In China, a lotus seed over 1,300 years old was discovered and successfully replanted!
- A sacred symbol in many cultures
•In Buddhism, the lotus flower symbolizes spiritual enlightenment because it grows out of muddy water but remains pure.
• In Ancient Egypt, it was considered a symbol of life and rebirth, as the lotus closes at night and blooms again in the morning.
• In India, it is the national flower and is associated with the goddess Lakshmi, a symbol of prosperity and beauty.
- Lotus inspired science
Researchers have used the lotus effect to create self-cleaning materials such as stain-resistant paints, water-resistant fabrics, and even antibacterial surfaces for hospitals.
