RED TIGER LOTUS 1 PLANT - NYMPHARA ZENKERI

Red Tiger Lotus, scientifically known as Nymphaea zenkeri, is one of the most striking and beloved aquatic plants in the aquarium world. Native to East Africa, the Red Tiger Lotus brings bold visual appeal with its deep reddish-purple, heart-shaped leaves that float or sway beautifully in the water column.

A true centerpiece in any aquascape, the Red Tiger Lotus is a tropical water lily known for its ability to flourish even in moderately lit aquariums, though it will show its best coloration under high light and with a nutrient-rich substrate. Planting the Red Tiger Lotus with care—just partially burying its bulb—ensures healthy root development and vibrant growth.

What sets the Red Tiger Lotus apart is its versatility: it can be grown as a midground focal plant or allowed to send leaves to the surface for a lush, lily-pad effect that offers shade and security for fish. Whether used in natural aquascapes or formal designs, the Red Tiger Lotus never fails to catch the eye.

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Domestic shipping only! Sorry, we cannot ship to anyone in Hawaii & Washington State.

We ship on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday via USPS Priority Mail. Once we get your order, we will ship it within 1 to 5 business days. For the safety of the animals, we do not ship aquatic life on Thursday and Friday. We do not want live aquatic animals sitting in USPS warehouse over the weekend. Thank you for your understanding.

Any orders placed before 12:00 PM on Tuesday will be shipped out that same week. orders placed after 12:00 PM on Tuesday will now be processed the following week

Male/Female: Will be picked at random (no custom orders)

Note: color may be slightly off from photo.

We placed a penny at the corner of the tank so you can have an idea of the size of the fish.

Guaranteed to arrive alive you have one hour of delivery to report any death. You must take a picture while the fish is dead in the bag before it’s opened.

Fish’s color might be off first 3 days due to shipping and stressed fish.

we do not refund shipping costs