Lotus flowers are some of the most sophisticated pond plants you can grow. Sitting upon the water surface with soft petals, they have the ability to bring an instant feeling of calm to the backyard.

An international team led by UCLA scientists germinated lotus seeds nearly 500 years old from lotus fruits recovered from an ancient lotus lake in northeastern China — the first time new plants have ...

Lotus seeds might look tiny and harmless, yet they carry a warm, nutty aroma and a burst of nutrients that can surprise anyone. Plenty of cuisines celebrate them, but certain people need to take a ...