Victoria Amazonica: AJC Bose Indian Botanic Garden, Shibpur : Nov 2016 : Full Bloom

[Saktipada Panigrahi]

Canon 550D, 55-250 mm IS STM
First night the flower was female only - it had no pollen of its own - so it must come from a second night flower via beetle. Second night the flower is more receptive to pollination. Life goes on...purpose of life of the flower is accomplished.

[Mrudul Godbole]

Everything in nature has its purpose. The beetle unknowingly helps in pollination. Nicely captured. Thanks for sharing.