Looking for a flower that can thrive in adversity? Nelumbo nucifera has never lotus down. But seriously, there’s a reason this flower is a symbol for wealth, prosperity and purity in Buddhist and Hindu tradition.

Despite growing in murky water, the pink or white leaves of the Lotus Flower remain crisp and unstained, and keeping up appearances isn’t the only trick this water-resistant perennial has to offer. Even when the temperature drops to 10 degrees Celsius, the Indian lotus flower stays at a nice n’ toasty 35 degrees. Plus, most parts of the flower are edible, and medical experts say it even contains chemicals that kill cancer cells, reduce blood sugar, help breakdown fat and protect the heart and blood vessels. Now that’s flower power!