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Waterlilies ~ quiet jewels of the pond

What are waterlilies Waterlilies ~ are the quiet jewels of the pond. The scientific name for the water lily is “Nymphaea”, originating from the Greek word “nymph”. According to Greek mythology, Nymphaea means a feminine spirit that inhabited water bodies like wells, waterways, and springs.  In fact, the history behind waterlilies dates back thousands of years as they have always been very significant in many cultures worldwide. There are over 50 different species of water lilies that are native to the […]

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