This rather novel solar collector draws inspiration from the lotus flower to provide small-scale solar energy - both electric and thermal - to domestic and small business users. The aptly named ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Dating back to ancient Chinese civilizations and remaining culturally relevant today, the lotus is a ...

Lotus flowers are some of the most sophisticated pond plants you can grow. Sitting upon the water surface with soft petals, they have the ability to bring an instant feeling of calm to the backyard.

The flower has developed a deep national importance, but what exactly it signifies depends on whom you ask. By Aatish Taseer Photographs by Alex Majoli IN ONE SWIFT movement, Asoka swung his machete ...