Nymphaeaceae Collection

Water lily (Nymphaea alba) flower underwater in lake, Ain, Alps, France, June

Waterlily (Nymphaea alba) flower which has opened underwater in a lake. Alps, Ain, France, June

Underwater view of Waterlilies (Nymphaea alba) in a lake. Alps, Ain, France, June

Nymphaea sp. water lily
Watercolour No. 15 by Walter Hood Fitch, c. mid-1800s. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Underwater view of Waterlilies (Nymphaea alba) in a lake. Alps, Ain, France, June

Water lilies (Nymphaeaceae) seen from below, Cenote Car Wash / Aktun Ha, Mexico. Yucatan peninsula

Weeping willow and waterlilies, Monets Garden, Giverny, Normandy, France, Europe

View of Giant Lilies Pond in Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden, Mauritius, Indian Ocean, Africa

View of Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden, Mauritius, Indian Ocean, Africa

Pygmy Rwandan water lily (Nymphaea thermarum) in cultivation at Kew Gardens, London, England, UK. Extinct in the wild. Native to thermal springs, Rwanda

Water lilies (Nymphaea alba) lit by the suns rays, seen under water. Alps, Ain, France. June. Highly commended in the the Underwater World category

Aerial view of Giant water lily (Victoria amazonica) leaves in river, i Rurununi savanna, Guyana, South America

Victoria crowned pigeon (Goura victoria) head portrait, vulnerable species, captive

School of Perch (Perca fluviatilis) amongst Water lilies (Nuphar lutea) lit by the suns rays, Lake Bourget, Alps, Savoie, France, June

Yellow water lilies (Nuphar lutea) viewed from underwater, Lake Skadar, Lake Skadar National Park, Montenegro, May 2008

White water lily (Nymphaea alba) in flower, Scotland, UK, July. 2020VISION Book Plate

European white waterlilies (Nymphaea alba) viewed from underwater in a tributary of Danube Delta, Romania, June

White water lilies (Nymphaea alba) on surface of Danube delta rewilding area, Romania

White waterlily (Nymphaea alba) in Naardermeer bog lake, Holland. May

Underwater view of Waterlilies (Nymphaea alba) in a lake. Alps, Ain, France, June

Waterlilies (Nymphaea alba) underwater in lake. Alps, Ain, France

Yellow water-lily (Nuphar lutea) underwater. Lake Morat, Vaud, Switzerland, September. Photographed for The Freshwater Project

Bees in a water lily at a Roadside Billabong on the road to Port Stewart from Running Creek. Queensland, Australia

Yellow water-lily (Nuphar lutea) Lake Morat, close to Faoug, Canton of Vaud, Switzerland. September. Photographed for The Freshwater Project

Floating leaves of Giant water lily (Victoria amazonica). Northern Pantanal, Cuiaba River, Mato Grosso, Brazil

Santa Cruz water lily (Victoria cruziana) flower reflected in pond. Fragrant scent attracts beetle pollinators. In cultivation at Kew Gardens, London, England, UK. Native to South America

Small pond with aquatic and marsh plants, including European White Waterlily (Nymphaea alba), West Harptree woods, Mendip Hills, Somerset, UK, August

Water lilies in the Cenote Nicte Ha, Quintana Roo, Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico. May. Photographed for The Freshwater Project

Underwater view of African tigerfish (Hydrocynus vittatus), predatory fish in the Okavango river with Water lily (Nymphaea nouchali var. caerulea) and other aquatic plants

Yellow Waters with Water Lilies (Nymphaeacae) at sunset, South Alligator River, Kakadu National Park, Northern Territory, Australia, June 2010

White water lily (Nymphea alba) in flower, viewed from below the surface, Lake Skadar, Lake Skadar National Park, Montengro, May 2008

Fragrant water lilies (Nymphaea odorata) in Lake Skadar, Montenegro, May 2008

European white water lily (Nymphaea alba) flower, Bohusln, Sweden, August 2008. WWE OUTDOOR EXHIBITION. NOT AVAILABLE FOR GREETING CARDS OR CALENDARS

White Water Lily (Nymphaea alba) in flower, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, UK

White waterlily (Nymphaea alba) in a peat bog lake, De Weerribben-Wieden National Park, Holland. September

Water lily (Nymphaea rudgeana) leaves viewed from below in a black water creek. Suriname, October

RF - Blue waterlily (Nymphaea caerulea) close up into centre of flower. Occurs in Africa and Asia. Botanic Garden Meise, Belgium, August

Giant Water Lily (Victoria amazonica) flower in a lagoon at Porto Jofre, off the Cuiaba River, northern Pantanal, Mato Grosso State, Brazil, South America

Water lilies in Kew Gardens, London, England

Flower, water lily

Juvenile Wattled Jacana (Jacana jacana) walking on waterlilies leaves, Manu National Park, Peruvian Amazon, Peru, South America

American purple gallinule (Porphyrio martinica) holding water lily seed pod in beak while swimming through lily pads. Everglades National Park, Florida, USA

American purple gallinule (Porphyrio martinica) leaping between water lily pads. Everglades National Park, Florida, USA

Ribbon snake (Thamnophis saurita) gliding over water surface towards a Fragrant water lily (Nymphaea odorata), Webbs Mill bog, Pinelands National Preserve, New Jersey, USA. August

Water lily, X-ray
Water lily, coloured X-ray

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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.