Lotus Flower Egypt. Called a lotus the depictions of the floral symbol of Upper Egypt is actually known as a Nymphaea caerulea which is actually known today to be a water lily. Further to this another type the pink lotus flower was introduced into Egypt sometime during the late period of their civilization.
In some depictions the god Horus as a child was seen sitting on top of a lotus accompanied by his mother Isis. The Lotus is also associated with the god of healing and medicine Nefertem. The Lotus is representative of the sun and creation.
Lotus flowers are one of the most prominent tokens in Eastern cultures.
It was closely associated with the Sun god Atum-Ra as it was also a symbol of the sun. The white Egyptian lotus tiger lotus white lotus or Egyptian white water-lily. This Beautiful floral fragrance is enchanting light and delicate. The National Flower of Egypt is Lotus also known as Nymphaea lotus.