A rare twin lotus is blooming at Daming Lake in Jinan, standing gracefully amid lush green leaves. Belonging to the lake's signature red lotus species, it is admired for its vibrant color and elegant petals.

What makes the specimen extraordinary is its rarity — one stem bearing two blossoms, a phenomenon said to occur only once in a hundred thousand. Traditionally, the twin lotus is endowed with auspicious blessings, symbolizing harmonious love and friendship.

Twin lotus flowers bloom side by side, creating a serene scene at Daming Lake in Jinan. [Photo/WeChat account: quanyoujinan]

The twin lotus flower draws many visitors to Daming Lake in Jinan. [Photo/WeChat account: quanyoujinan]