I walked through the Garden this morning and saw this collection of dew—like a little jewel—in the center of a lotus leaf.

Since ancient times the lotus has been revered and celebrated by cultures around the world, perhaps most significantly by the Egyptians. This Old World lotus, Nelumbo nucifera, is also important to Buddhists and Hindus, and is part of the Asian diet. Many people are surprised to learn there is also a native American yellow lotus—Nelumbo lutea – the only lotus native to the U.S.

I love the way the lotus leaf and the dew capture such an ephemeral moment—in addition the fact that it just looks cool. Do you have any photos of gardens, plants or nature that you’d like to share?

Beth Monroe is public relations director at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden.

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