Rosa J. Whitesel
Rafflesia arnoldii, another “corpse flower,” is renowned for producing the largest individual bloom of any plant, sometimes spanning over three feet in diameter. This parasitic plant lacks stems, leaves, or roots and survives by siphoning nutrients from a host vine. Its pungent scent of decaying meat attracts insects, which help with pollination. Found in the rainforests of Southeast Asia, this flower blooms for just a few days, making its sightings rare and special. Its sheer size and unusual life cycle fascinate botanists and nature lovers alike.
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