White to pinkSourced
A giant water lily’s flower changes around its visiting beetles
Victoria amazonica attracts beetles with a white flower and a fruity scent. The flower closes around the visitors, changing to reddish pink before reopening. Beetles leave carrying pollen. Beyond the spectacular leaf, the flower has a coordinated sequence for its pollinators.
A color change unfolds during the insects’ stay.
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Reviewed: 2026-10-05