Lotus

The Indian lotus (Nelumbo nucifera), also known as the sacred lotus or simply lotus, is one of two extant species of aquatic flower in the family .
==Influence==
For millennia, the lotus has been a powerful symbol of virtue and purity to the Indians, associated with many divine figures in not only Hinduism, but other prominent East Asian religions as well.Assassin's Creed Chronicles: India – Database: Lotus
In the 5th century BCE Greece, lotus was regarded as the source of a potent poison.Assassin's Creed: Odyssey – Okaleia's Lotus Dagger Mixed with wine, it yielded visions, as discovered by Barnabas when he drank some in a Pirate Hideout on Skyros.Assassin's Creed: Odyssey – Odyssey Into the Past
In ancient Egypt, the lotus had a significant meaning, as it was believed to be a crucial part of the creation myth. As such, the lotus was associated with creation, sun, regeneration, and rebirth. It was also used as a term of endearment.Assassin's Creed: Origins Around 48 BCE, Khaliset gathered lotus flowers in her den, believing them to aid her in resurrecting her daughter, Eshe.Assassin's Creed: Origins – The Hyena Around the same time Merti, a Theban smuggler, used "the Lotus" as her alias.Assassin's Creed: Origins – The Curse of the Pharaohs
Lotus flowers also featured in the Medjay Bayek of Siwa's recurring nightmare following the death of his son, Khemu, in 49 BCE.Assassin's Creed: Origins – A Dream of AshesAssassin's Creed: Origins – The Lizard's Mask
Lotus is one of the national symbols of India where it is commonly found.
==Appearances==
*Assassin's Creed Chronicles: India
*Assassin's Creed: Origins
**The Curse of the Pharaohs
==References==
Category:Flowers
Category:Egyptian mythology
Category:Hindu mythology