Victoria amazonica is a species of flowering plant, the second largest in the water lily family Nymphaeaceae. It is called Vitória-Régia or Iaupê-Jaçanã ("the jacana's waterlily") in Brazil …

Apr 10, 2018 · Victoria amazonica is the world’s largest water lily and among the largest in the Nymphaeaceae family. The first discovery was in 1801 in Bolivia and it is indigenous to the …

It is suitable for large water gardens only and grown as an annual in NC without winter protection. It grows best in quiet water as the backwaters of large rivers. In tropical zones, it can be grown …

The Amazonian giant waterlily (Victoria amazonica) has enormous, record-breaking leaves that can reach up to three metres wide and support the weight of a small child.

Native to the shallow waters of the Amazon River basin, this rhizomatous Giant Water Lily is suitable for extensive water gardens, pools, or ponds. The leaves are so massive that they …

Jun 27, 2023 · Victoria amazonica - also known as Victoria regia - is an iconic species of water lily native to the shallow, slow-moving waters across the whole of the Amazon River basin.

Victoria amazonica, commonly known as the Amazon Water Lily, Giant Water Lily, or Royal Water Lily, is a botanical wonder from the Amazon River basin. It holds the title of the largest …

Oct 10, 2022 · It is hard to understand just how huge the leaves of the Amazon water lily (Victoria amazonica) are without seeing them. Fortunately, they are available for viewing in botanical …

Victoria amazonica, commonly known as Amazon Water Lily, Giant Amazon Water Lily, or Giant Water Lily, is well known for its huge circular leaves. The species is highly prized as an …

Jun 13, 2025 · The Victoria amazonica is the largest water lily in the world, with leaves capable of supporting up to 40 kg. It requires very specific conditions of temperature, light and water …