Nymphaeaceae Collection (page 6)

The Royal Palace, Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Nymphaea rubra, red indian water lily see 40246
Plate 1160 from the Fleming Indian Drawings Collection, c. 1790. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Nymphaea nelumbo, sacred Egyptian bean
Illustration from The Temple of Flora by Robert John Thornton (1768?-1837). Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Nymphaea sp. water lily: underside of leaf
Plate 3 from Victoria Regia 1854, by John Fisk Allen. Illustration by William Sharp

Nymphaea lotus, water lily of Malabar
Watercolour by T. Reichel, 1789. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Nymphaea capensis, cape blue water lily
Unsigned artwork from early 1800s. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Nymphaea ampla, water lily
Watercolour no. 15 by Ralph Stennett, 1806. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Nymphaea rubra Roxb. red Indian water lily
Plate 1160 from the Fleming Indian Drawings Collection, c. 1795-1805. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Nymphaea lotus, water lily
Plate 6 from the Fleming Indian Drawings Collection, 1800. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Nymphaea rubra, Indian red water lily
Drawing by Arthur Harry Church, 1907. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London. Plate 132

Nuphar lutea ssp. Advena, spatter-doc
Drawing 8/1 made in 1904 by Arthur Harry Church (1865-1937). Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London. Plate 102

Nymphaea stellata L. water lily
Watercolour on vellum by Sydney Parkinson (1745-1771). Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Nymphaea alba, white water lily
Illustration by Arthur Harry Church, 1907/8. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Nymphaea sp. water lilies
Plate 9 from The Chief Natural Orders of Plants (1849). Illustrated and described by Elizabeth Twining (1805-1889)

Nuphar luteum, yellow pond lily
Drawing by Arthur Harry Church, 1906. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London. Plate 115

Nymphaea caerula, water lily
Painting by Pierre Joseph Redoute (1759-1840), from his publication Choix des plus belles fleurs (The Most Beautiful Flowers), c. 1827-33. Illustration entitled Nenuphar bleu

Victoria Waterlily (Victoria amazonica) leaves, floating on surface of pond in botanical gardens, with local girl walking past, Pamplemousses Botanical Gardens, Pamplemousses, Mauritius

Water lilies
Queen Victoria water lily (Victoria amazonica) leaves, floating on the surface of a pond. This water lily (family Nymphaeaceae) is a native of Brazil

United States, Maryland, Westminster, Union Mills, Pink and white hardy water lily surrounded by green lily pads covered with raindrops

Nymphaea Mooreana (Water Lily), an acquatic plant of the Nymphaeaceae family. It has a yellow flower with an orange centre

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"Nymphaeaceae: The Enchanting Beauty of Underwater Water Lilies" Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing world of Nymphaeaceae, as we explore the captivating allure of water lilies. In the serene lakes of Ain, nestled amidst the breathtaking Alps in France, these delicate flowers bloom beneath the surface, creating a surreal underwater spectacle. The elegant white petals of Nymphaea alba gracefully dance beneath the tranquil waters, their ethereal beauty enhanced by the soft sunlight filtering through. Witnessing this enchanting sight is like stepping into Monet's Garden in Giverny or Baden-Wurttemberg's picturesque landscapes in Germany. But it is not just Europe that boasts these natural wonders; even Mexico's Cenote Car Wash and Cambodia's Angkor Wat hold secrets within their depths. From below, we gaze up at clusters of water lilies floating on crystal-clear waters, painting a scene straight out of a dream. Amongst this aquatic paradise thrives Nymphaea thermarum - the pygmy Rwandan water lily - cultivated with utmost care at Kew Gardens in London. This rare species serves as a reminder of nature's resilience and our responsibility to protect such treasures. As dawn breaks over Siem Reap Province and sunrays caress each petal delicately, these resilient blooms continue to inspire awe and wonder. Their presence offers solace and tranquility to those fortunate enough to witness them. Nymphaeaceae invites us to immerse ourselves in its hidden world – an underwater symphony where vibrant colors blend seamlessly with nature’s serenity. Let your imagination take flight as you envision these exquisite water lilies blooming silently beneath calm waters – truly a sight that will leave you breathless.