Red tiger lotus (Nymphaea zenkeri)
Description
Nymphaea zenkeri, the red tiger lotus, is a flowering plant of the family Nymphaeaceae that grows in various parts of East Africa. This species is known for its brilliant reddish-purple tinted heart-shaped leaves. Similar to the Nymphaea lotus, this species of water lily-like plant has lily pads, which float on the water, and blossoms, which rise above the water. Its unique and vibrant appearance makes it a popular choice for freshwater aquascaping in planted aquariums.
Taxonomic tree
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Domain: Eukarya
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Kingdom: Plantae
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Order: Nymphaeales
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Family: Nymphaeaceae
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Genus: Nymphaea
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