There are two types of lotus flowers: sacred lotus (Nelumbo nucifera) and American lotus (Nelumbo lutea). The former is a pink flower, the latter is yellow one. While these stunning pond flowers ...

Six varieties, including the ancient species Oga Lotus, flower at different times in the 12,000-square-meter Hasu no Kaen facility. Petals of lotus flowers gradually open from early in the morning ...