Egyptian Lotus (Nymphaea Lotus)

The roots and flowerbuds are edible, and were
eaten particularly in times of famine. Other parts of the plant were used
medicinally for a variety of complaints. They contain active chemicals which are
said to have psychedelic and aphrodisiac effects.
This is a true waterlily, not to be confused
with the sacred lotus. They can be
told apart by their leaves: in Egyptian lotus and all true waterlilies, the
leaves are split to the stalk, whereas in the sacred lotus there is no split.Drawings of Indian plants and trees later named at the Royal Botanical Gardens Kew