Nymphaea Stellata - Thai Lotus
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You will receive: 1 tuber, ready for immediate planting — freshly delivered from the nursery.
✅ Level: Easy — Nymphaea Stellata (Thai Lotus) is a colorful, low-maintenance bulbous plant.
Nymphaea Stellata, also known as Thai Lotus or Dwarf Lily, is a colorful bulbous plant from India with unique triangular leaves in green, red, and pink hues that develop further as the plant grows. At low water levels, the plant may flower — beautiful in a paludarium.
🌿 Plant specifications
| Placement | Front & mid-zone |
| Max. height | ±15–25 cm (can grow taller) |
| Light | Normal to high |
| CO₂ | Not required |
| Temperature | 22–28°C |
| Origin | South Asia |
| Type | Bulbous plant (tuber) |
| English name | Thai Lotus, Star Lotus |
| Propagation | Via shoots |
| Difficulty | ⭐ Easy |
🚚 Delivery & guarantee
- Freshly delivered from the nursery — ready for immediate planting
- Shipping Tuesday or Friday → Read more about shipping
- Delivery with track & trace, usually within 1–2 business days
- Received dead? We'll solve this together. Contact us within 24 hours of receipt with a photo.
- Free shipping from €59,-
✂️ Care
Plant the tuber partially in your (nutrient) substrate, with at least 1/3 of the tuber above the substrate — this prevents rot. Minimize root damage during planting. The plant grows its leaves rapidly towards the water surface, which blocks a lot of light from other plants; regularly trim back the largest leaf growth to keep the plant low and compact. Propagation is via shoots — cut off a new plant once it has developed its own roots.
💡 Planting tip
At low water levels, this plant enjoys flowering — a beautiful effect in a paludarium or shallowly set up aquarium.
❓ Frequently asked questions
My bulb plant has lost its leaves — what now?
No worries, as long as the tuber is healthy and firm, new leaves will sprout within a few weeks. Leaf loss can be due to transport, too low water temperature, or a natural 'dormancy period' of the plant.
How deep should I plant the tuber?
Plant the tuber partially in the substrate, with at least 1/3 protruding above. Fully burying it can cause rot.
Is this plant suitable for a shrimp tank?
Yes, completely shrimp-friendly.
Do you have another question? Feel free to contact us — we are happy to help you make the right choice for your aquarium.
