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Nymphaeaceae is family of waterlilies and they are routed in soil in bodies of water with leaves and flowers floating above the water.

Interesting facts:

It's a national flower of several countries (Iran, Bangladesch and Sri Lanka) as well symbol used in multiple flags since ancient times.

Waterlilies has inspired artists and poets and writers. For example, they inspired Claude Monet to create a series of paintings

It is also used for ornamental purposes in gardens with ponds