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After getting more weights, the lily went on to hold a whopping 142.1 pounds. "One of the largest water lilies in the world, the lily pads of Victoria water lilies can grow as large as 6 feet ...

The world’s largest water lily with giant floating leaves and fragrant white flowers, blooming only at night. An intricate flower with purple, white, and blue hues, it’s both a pollinator ...