The Lotus Flower
The Lotus Flower is used for decorating and religious ceremonies. Few flowers are as important to Eastern cultures as the Lotus, and each culture ascribes a slightly different meaning to the flower.
The plants also look alike and share other characteristics like medicinal and edible value. In general, all the Lotus flowers exude beauty and grace.
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