Sacred lotus (Nelumbo nucifera, or lotus) is one of the most widely grown aquatic plant species with important uses, such as in water gardening and in vegetable and herbal medicine. A public genomic ...

The qRT-PCR technique has been regarded as an important tool for assessing gene expression diversity. Selection of appropriate reference genes is essential for validating deviation and obtaining ...

Lotus flower heats itself to thrive in cold, boosting pollination success. Indian researchers found lotus maintains 30-36°C via cellular respiration. Study may inspire biomimetic tech and reveal plant ...