Water lilies offer a floating mat of foliage crowned with replendent blooms that open every morning then close for the afternoon (though night-blooming water lilies open at night and close every morning). In addition to the luminous color choices, water lilies are often fragrant.

   The Aquatic Collection of Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden (XTBG) is home to hundreds of species of aquatic plants form all over the world. Water lilies add beauty and drama to the garden.  Here are a  few pictures of the water lilies: