The Lotus sect plant species is a perennial aquatic plant that belongs to the family Nelumbonaceae. It is known for its attractive flowers and leaves, which are often used in traditional medicine. The plant has a long stem that grows up to 6 feet (1.8 meters) tall, with large leaves that can reach up to 3 feet (0.9 meters) in diameter. The flowers are pink or white and can grow up to 10 inches (25 cm) in diameter. The plant produces a large, cone-shaped fruit that is edible and contains seeds that can be used to grow new plants.