Spectacular new species of waterlily discovered in Australia
by Ian Sample, science editor from on (#AGGC)
Scientists from Kew and Western Australia stumbled upon the as yet unnamed flower during a three week expedition to collect waterlily specimens
A perilous expedition in northwestern Australia that had researchers wading through lakes, ponds and creeks stalked by meat-eating crocodiles has ended with the discovery of a stunning new species of waterlily.
Scientists from Australia and Kew Gardens in London covered hundreds of miles of Western Australia by helicopter and jeep on a three week mission to collect species of waterlilies. The specimens will help botanists understand the plants' evolutionary story and how they can be cultivated and preserved.
