The Water Lily Garden at Changi Airport Terminal 1 features water lilies in their natural aquatic environment.
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Water Lily Garden's Signature Plants
Weeping Tea-Tree
Scientific name: Leptospermum madidum
Leptospermum madidum is a small tree native to Australia. They can grow up to a height of 4m and have bright green, sharp-tipped small leaves and white flowers. They are commonly known as ‘Weeping Tea-Tree’ because early Australian settlers used the tree’s leaves to make tea. The trees are usually found near rivers as they thrive in wet habitats.
Water Lily
Scientific name: Nymphaea spp.
There are about 70 different species of water lilies in the world. The plant is commonly found in temperate and tropical climates. Its scientific name, Nymphaea, is inspired by the water nymph in Greek and Roman mythology. The plant is recognised as a symbol of peace, perfection and beauty. As such, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka has respectively made the white and blue water lilies their national flowers.