This is an illustration of the Rafflesia, known as 'the largest flower in the world.' It blooms with large fleshy flowers that can reach a diameter of 40 inches. It has no stem, roots, or leaves, and is a parasitic plant that resides on the roots of grapevine plants. This flower, which has flies carrying its pollen, seems to emit a smell resembling the odor of decay that attracts these insects.
Botanical information
Informations of the plants imaged for these illustrations is bellow.
Botanical name
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Rafflesia arnoldii
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Rafflesia
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Stinking corpse lily
Plantae Category
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Rafflesiaceae
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Rafflesia
< species >
Rafflesia arnoldii
Origin
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Maritime Southeast Asia, Malay Peninsula
