The largest waterlily species in the world has been discovered after a case of mistaken identity that saw it hide in plain sight for 177 years. A team of scientists from the Royal Botanic Gardens at ...

Researchers revealed a new waterlily species, Victoria boliviana, in a scientific journal Monday. It's the largest waterlily species in the world, with leaves that reach almost 10 feet wide. Experts ...

The pads, also known as platters, of giant waterlillies can be up to ten feet in diameter. Denver Botanic Gardens Giant waterlilies are known for their gorgeous white or pink flowers and green leaves, ...

For three years, public gardens and zoos worldwide have come together to celebrate the strength of their Victoria waterlilies (or giant waterlilies) through the Giant Waterlily Weigh-Off. These plants ...

A garden pond can be either a pestilential mess or the beating heart of a landscape, depending on how well it is designed, engineered and maintained. My general advice is to avoid small, shallow ponds ...

A whopping 80 percent of older Americans do not have the financial resources to cover long-term care, a 2024 analysis by the National Council on Aging and researchers at UMass Boston found. But ...

Giant waterlilies are known for their gorgeous white or pink flowers and green leaves, which float serenely atop the surface of lakes and streams. At first glance, these aquatic plants might seem ...