Nymphaeales Collection (#2)

Nymphaea capensis, cape blue water lily
Unsigned artwork from early 1800s. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Nymphaea ampla, water lily
Watercolour no. 15 by Ralph Stennett, 1806. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Nymphaea rubra Roxb. red Indian water lily
Plate 1160 from the Fleming Indian Drawings Collection, c. 1795-1805. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Nymphaea lotus, water lily
Plate 6 from the Fleming Indian Drawings Collection, 1800. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Nymphaea rubra, Indian red water lily
Drawing by Arthur Harry Church, 1907. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London. Plate 132

Nuphar lutea ssp. Advena, spatter-doc
Drawing 8/1 made in 1904 by Arthur Harry Church (1865-1937). Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London. Plate 102

Nymphaea stellata L. water lily
Watercolour on vellum by Sydney Parkinson (1745-1771). Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Nymphaea alba, white water lily
Illustration by Arthur Harry Church, 1907/8. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Nymphaea sp. water lilies
Plate 9 from The Chief Natural Orders of Plants (1849). Illustrated and described by Elizabeth Twining (1805-1889)

Nuphar luteum, yellow pond lily
Drawing by Arthur Harry Church, 1906. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London. Plate 115

Nymphaea caerula, water lily
Painting by Pierre Joseph Redoute (1759-1840), from his publication Choix des plus belles fleurs (The Most Beautiful Flowers), c. 1827-33. Illustration entitled Nenuphar bleu

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"Nymphaeales: A Captivating Underwater World" Immerse yourself in the enchanting realm of Nymphaeales, where water lilies reign supreme. In the crystal-clear lakes of Ain, nestled amidst the majestic Alps in France, these delicate flowers bloom beneath the surface, creating a mesmerizing spectacle. Picture-perfect scenes unfold as we witness the ethereal beauty of Nymphaea alba, commonly known as Water Lily. With its pristine petals gracefully unfurling underwater, it showcases nature's artistry at its finest. The tranquil ambiance is further enhanced by an underwater view that reveals a captivating carpet of these exquisite blooms adorning the lake. Venturing beyond France's borders to Mexico's Cenote Car Wash and Aktun Ha, we are treated to an awe-inspiring sight - water lilies seen from below. Bathed in sunlight filtering through the water's depths, they radiate with a celestial glow that transports us to another world. At Kew Gardens in London, England, we encounter a rare gem – the Pygmy Rwandan water lily (Nymphaea thermarum). Cultivated with utmost care and dedication, this diminutive wonder captivates visitors with its petite yet resplendent presence. Meanwhile, on distant shores lies Victoria amazonica – Giant Water Lily – boasting leaves so vast they can support even a human's weight. An aerial view reveals their grandeur as they float majestically on rivers within Rurununi savanna. These colossal beauties remind us of nature’s ability to create wonders beyond our imagination. Intriguingly diverse connections also emerge within this aquatic ecosystem; Perch fish find solace among vibrant yellow Water Lilies (Nuphar lutea), basking under sunlit rays like living masterpieces painted by Mother Nature herself. Lastly but not leastly is Goura victoria, the Victoria crowned pigeon.