CHONGQING (CQNEWS) -- Space-breeding lotus flowers has blossomed in Wucai Garden in Xinmin Town, Dianjiang in the heat of July recently, attracting many visitors who indulge themselves in such beautiful scenery of lotus pond in the summertime.

Space-breeding lotus flowers (Photographed by Wang Luying)

Due to the influence of loss of gravity and radiation of the space on its seeds, the shape, color and blossoming period of the lotus flowers have some changes – the blossoming period is extended for 2 more months than common ones, which can last until the National Day. It is reported that the lotus flowers usually blossom at 6 o’clock in the morning and shuts its petals at noon, so visitor interested in viewing it should make a plan. (Translated by Yang Lifu, Fathom Language Limited)