Glendale Flower and Waier Gardens 
1260 Justin Ave., Glendale, California 
Egyptian 
and 
American 
Lotus 
Or 
Nelumbium 
Egyptian Water Garden ... Egyptian Sacred Lotus . . . Speciosum 
Egyptian Lotus—(Nelumbium Speciosum). (Pink). American Lotus—(Nelumbium Lutea). (Yellow). 
An excellent variety, very hardy and free grow- Sometimes called the Water Chinquapin in parts 
ing. The blossoms are very attractive in their of this country where it grows in the wild. The 
pink and white coloring, and possess a haunting rich yellow flowers frequently attain a diameter 
fragrance. Originated in India and taken to the of 8 to 10 inches. This certainly is a very hardy 
Valley of the Nile where it became the sacred and robust grower. We do not hesitate to rec- 
flower of the ancient Egyptians. commend this fine variety. 
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