Tiger Lotus

Tiger Lotus – A Striking Centerpiece for Your Aquarium

The Tiger Lotus (Nymphaea lotus) is one of the most visually dramatic aquatic plants you can add to a freshwater tank. With its bold, spotted leaves and rich red or green coloration, this plant commands attention and transforms any aquascape into a lush, natural paradise.

Why Aquarists Love Tiger Lotus

• Stunning visual impact – Large, lily-pad-style leaves with distinctive tiger-stripe spotting create a dramatic focal point
• Available in red & green varieties – Choose the color that best complements your aquascape
• Fast grower – Thrives under moderate to high lighting and rewards you with rapid, lush growth
• Fish-friendly – Provides excellent shelter and shade for fish and shrimp
• Versatile placement – Works beautifully as a midground or background statement plant

Care Guide

• Lighting: Moderate to high
• CO₂: Not required, but benefits from supplementation
• Fertilizer: Root tabs recommended — this is a heavy root feeder
• Temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C)
• pH: 6.0–7.5
• Tank size: Best suited for tanks 20 gallons and larger

Pro tip: Trim surface leaves regularly to prevent the plant from shading out other plants and to encourage bushier, more compact growth.

Each Tiger Lotus is sold as a bulb or rooted plant, ready to be planted directly into your substrate. Watch it flourish into a breathtaking centerpiece within weeks.