nymphaea

noun2

1. •
   the European white water lily.

   • Guianerius, cap. 8, tract. 15, would have them used twice a day, and when they come forth of the baths, their backbones to be anointed with oil of almonds, violets, nymphaea, fresh capon-grease, etc. — 1624
2. •
   Any species of the genus Nymphaea.