Lotus, 1907
An aquatic plant native to southern Asia, Nelumbo nucifera, with large leaves, fragrant pinkish flowers, and a broad rounded perforated seed pod.
History:
The second Lotus was a steam launch that saw service in the 11th Lighthouse District. She was in service from 1907 until 1923.
No other information is available.
Sources:
Douglas Peterson. United States Lighthouse Service Tenders, 1840-1939. Annapolis: Eastwind Publishing, 2000.