Believe it or not.... I've used ordinary clay soil with success.
Nelumbo nucifera, known by a number of names including Indian Lotus, Sacred Lotus, Bean of India, or simply Lotus, is a plant in the Nelumbonaceae family. Botanically, Nelumbo nucifera may also be referred to by its former names, Nelumbium speciosum or Nymphaea nelumbo. An aquatic perennial, Indian lotus is the national flower of India and Vietnam. The roots of the plant are firmly planted in the soil of the pond or river bottom. The leaves can be seen floating on the top of the water surface.
oilseeds grow in well drained loamy soil
in red soil
potting soil and humus
mountain soil
loamy soil
red soil
~ They need a more sandy type of soil to grow in ~
soil doesn't grow anywhere
it depends in the kind of plant it is!
it will also grow best in the palayan
The kind of soil that makes plants grow faster is known as loam soil. Sandy and clay soil do not promote proper development and growth of plants as they lack essential nutrients for the growth of plants.