My Lotus Leaf Tore In Rain ..will It Affect The Growth??

Question

My lotus plant is two weeks old ..I germinated them from seeds ..the leaf was torn due to heavy rain will it affect the plant ??

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Answer 1

I would remove that since it may provide an entrance for disease or pests. But it should not affect the growth of the plant. Here is more on its care:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/water-plants/lotus/how-to-grow-lotus-plant.htm