Fully open and laid wide, the Sola Open Lotus SO83 shows every tier of its petals at once. Pointed, slightly cupped petals step outward in layers, each row set between the petals of the row above, so the flower forms a broad, symmetrical star when viewed from the top.
The centre is its most detailed part. Thin sola strips are coiled into a series of tight concentric rings that rise into a low dome, finely ridged and textured like a cross-section of wood. Against these rings, the smooth ivory petals look clean and sculpted, and the fine grain of the pith shows on each surface.
An open lotus carries cultural meaning across South and South-East Asia, which makes this design a natural fit for puja and festival décor, spa and yoga spaces, and wedding styling. Its flat profile also suits floating displays in dry bowls and wall mounting. Floral Mongers supplies it as a handmade sola flower in natural ivory, with dyed options discussed on request.
Technical specifications
| Product name | Sola Open Lotus |
|---|---|
| Product code / SKU | SO83 |
| Category | Sola Flowers |
| Material | Sola (pith of the shola plant, Aeschynomene aspera) |
| Product type | Sola flower head – open lotus |
| Processing | Handmade from sola pith; natural, undyed |
| Colour | Natural ivory |
| Approx. size | Available on request |
| Flower diameter | Graded in multiple sizes on request |
| Finish & texture | Smooth grained petals; finely ridged coiled-ring centre |
| Shape / design | Wide, multi-tier star with a low domed centre |
| Pieces | Pieces per pack as per buyer requirement |
| Country of origin | India |
| Customisation | Dyed colours, size grading and wick fitting on request |
| Intended applications | Puja, Diwali and festival décor; Spa, yoga and wellness interiors; Wedding and mandap styling; Dry bowl and tray displays |
| Care & storage | Store in a dry, well-ventilated place away from humidity and direct sunlight — see care notes below |
Applications
- Puja, Diwali and festival décor
- Spa, yoga and wellness interiors
- Wedding and mandap styling
- Dry bowl and tray displays
- Wall-mounted floral art
- Reed diffuser flower toppers
- Retail cultural gift ranges
Natural variation
Petal tiers are arranged by hand, so their spacing, cup and point shape vary slightly. The coiled centre may be tighter or looser from piece to piece, and the ivory pith shows natural tonal variation. These are natural characteristics of handmade and botanical products, not defects; shade, size and grade are confirmed on sample approval.
Care & storage
- Store in a dry, well-ventilated place away from humidity and direct sunlight.
- Handle by the base or outer petals; thin sola petals can crease or chip under pressure.
- Remove dust with a soft brush or a cool air setting on a hair-dryer.
- Keep away from water and damp surfaces, which soften sola pith.
- Unpack promptly on arrival and let the pieces air in a dry room; avoid storing in sealed, humid packaging
To order Sola Open Lotus (SO83), request a wholesale quote or a sample. Packing, customisation and export details are in the tabs above; browse more Sola Flowers or read how we export.
