How to Grow and Care for Amazon water lily

Amazon water lily requires a tropical or warm temperate pond environment to thrive, making it a challenging species to cultivate outside its natural habitat. A key special care point is maintaining water temperatures between 75°F to 82°F (24°C to 28°C) to ensure proper growth. Additionally, amazon water lily demands ample space for its large leaves, which can reach up to 3 meters in diameter, necessitating a spacious pond. Fertilization must be carefully managed to support its substantial size.

Watering schedule: Every week

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Amazon water lily

Toughness	High
Care Level	Medium
Care Difficulty	Hard
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every week
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Hardiness Zones	10-11

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Amazon water lily is notable for its immense circular floating leaves, which can span up to 8 feet (2.4 meters) in diameter, providing a notable visual spectacle. The buoyant pads support a dramatic floral display; large, fragrant white flowers transition to a striking purple-red hue over a two-night blooming period. Initially, the blooms exude a sweet pineapple-like aroma that fades by the second evening. The absence of viviparity in amazon water lily's reproductive process characterizes its lifecycle further.

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