lotus question

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Got a lotus from a friend... dunno which one but its from Thailand. Might be Queen of Siam...

Question: the bulb is planted in my tank but there is no leaves.... will it still grow or do I have to grow it above water first or is there no hope?? Friend had it in the tank but the leaves got accidently cut off whilst doing maintanance...

also the top of the bulb looks a little mouldy... anyone knows if it will survive ??

[Simon]

it should survive

[vinz]

Make sure that it still gets plenty of light so that the new leaves can quickly produce food for the plant and accelerate growth. If it's current position is too shaded, uproot it and let it sit (unplanted) in a brightly lit area or let it float. Once it has a few leaves about 2 inches in diameter, you can replant it... but makes sure they can still get light.

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Thanks to the both of you who replied....