Tuesday, June 6, 2023

Bali Waterlilies

Barley stays at a hobbit BnB with a waterlily pond…

BarleyNice. Nymphaea lotus, only blooms for a couple of days. True?

KabangActually, the flowers usually stay open for about 3 to 5 days. Then they droop into the water.

BarleyAnd there’s a blue one over there and a red one too.

KabangThe blue one is Nymphaea caerulea, the red one is Nymphaea rubra,.

Barley: Are there giant water lilies in Bali too?

Kabang: Sure. Nymphaea gigantica.

Barley: And are water lilies significant in Balinese culture?

Kabang: Absolutely! Water lilies hold cultural and spiritual importance in Balinese traditions. They symbolize purity, serenity, and beauty. 

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Voice-over

Waterlilies are also used in religious ceremonies, such as temple offerings and rituals. 

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