1. A genus of aquatic plants in the lotus family, native to Asia and North America, characterized by large round leaves and showy flowers.
Usage: botanical term; often used in scientific or horticultural contexts

Examples

• The nelumbos plant is prized in Asian gardens for its beautiful pink and white flowers.
• Nelumbos nucifera, the sacred lotus, holds cultural significance in many Eastern religions.
• The large floating leaves of nelumbos provide shelter for aquatic wildlife.
• Gardeners often cultivate nelumbos in ornamental ponds and water gardens.
• The seed pods of nelumbos are used in traditional Asian cuisine.