Gungnamji Pond in the town of Buyeo-eup in Buyeo-gun County of Chungcheongnam-do Province is covered in gorgeous lotus flowers every summer. Built on the site of the last capital of the ancient Baekje ...

The ancient lotus leaf has natural properties that scientists believe could prove beneficial in today's modern world. Already Gizmag has featured articles about the lotus leaf surface, including a ...

Lotus leaves stay dry by using the natural vibrations of their environments to shake off water, and manmade materials should be able to mimic the water-repelling technique. New research published ...

Watery adaptation: The structure and shape of lotus leaves growing on water (left) and above it (right) is influenced by mechanical forces. (Courtesy: F Xu/Fudan University) When the leaves of the ...

The summer flower show in Paynes Prairie and other wetlands is highlighted by the American lotus (Nelumbo lutea). With its parasol-like leaves held up by a centrally mounted stalk and its huge yellow ...

VietNamNet Bridge - The giant lotuses that grow in the ancient temple of Phuoc Kien in the southern province of Dong Thap have leaves of up to 3m wide and each leaf can “carry” a person weighing up to ...

Finding inspiration from nature in order to refine and advance modern technologies is nothing new; Mercedes’ bionic car was an interesting example and we’ve also seen a new ‘smart fabric’ based on the ...

Many plants are extremely water-repellent owing to their rough textures, which can trap air to provide a waterproof cushioning. In some cases, plant leaves are so repellent that no droplets can stick ...

Life can get hectic and finding simple ways to care for your health is always a win. Lotus leaf tea, with its light, refreshing taste, has been a go-to in traditional medicine for good reason. Known ...