Nymphaea 'Orchid Star' syn. Nymphaea 'Carnea' Nymphaea ‘Orchid Star’ syn. Nymphaea ‘Carnea’ Nymphaea ‘Orchid Star’ syn. Nymphaea ‘Carnea’ is a tropical lily. It is a pink star shaped flower with green pads. It’s parentage is listed as Nymphaea gracilis x unknown. It’s publication date is 1974.