Arabian Lotus Plant Care

Arabian Lotus (Lotus arabicus) belongs to the Fabaceae family within the Lotus genus. Arabian Lotus is native to Africa, the Arabian Peninsula, and India.

Arabian Lotus displays an aquatic perennial herb growth habit, reaching up to 2 ft tall with a spread of approximately 2 ft. Arabian Lotus produces showy pink or white flowers.

Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.

Lotus arabicus requires watering every 7–14 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.

Arabian Lotus thrives in full sun.

Lotus arabicus grows best at temperatures of 65–80°F. Arabian Lotus prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.

Loamy soil with good drainage. Good drainage is essential for Arabian Lotus to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

Feed Arabian Lotus every month during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.

Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.

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Repot annually in early spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.

Arabian Lotus can be propagated through seeds, division of rhizomes. Similar propagation techniques also apply to birds-foot trefoil plant care, which shares the same genus.

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Arabian Lotus is susceptible to aphids, leafhoppers, caterpillars. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.

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Arabian Lotus grows outdoors in USDA Zone 10b – 12b. It survives winters down to planting zone 10b. Arabian Lotus is native to Africa, the Arabian Peninsula, and India. In cooler regions, grow Arabian Lotus as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.