Rafflesia mira - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mira
ID:
508538
Status:
valid
Authors:
Fernando & Ong
Source:
cmp
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Asia Life Sci. 14: 267 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507870
Common Names
- Rafflesia mira
- Mira Rafflesia
- Rafflesia Flower
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- Rafflesia magnifica Madulid, Tandang & Agoo [unknown]
Description
Rafflesia mira (also called Mira Rafflesia, among many other common names) is a species of parasitic flowering plant in the family Rafflesiaceae. It is native to the Indonesian island of Sumatra. It grows in the tropical rainforest, usually near the base of trees.
Uses & Benefits
Rafflesia mira is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its medicinal properties. It has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, diuretic, and antispasmodic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rafflesia mira is white or pinkish-white, with five petals and five sepals. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a white fleshy coating. The seedlings are small and have a white fleshy coating.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rafflesia mira can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. The plants should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly.
Where to Find Rafflesia mira
Rafflesia mira can be found in the rainforests of Sumatra.
Rafflesia mira FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rafflesia mira?
Rafflesia mira
What type of plant is Rafflesia mira?
It is a parasitic plant
Where is Rafflesia mira found?
It is found in Indonesia
Species in the Rafflesia genus
Rafflesia azlanii, Rafflesia speciosa, Rafflesia baletei, Rafflesia lagascae, Rafflesia bengkuluensis, Rafflesia lobata, Rafflesia mira, Rafflesia leonardi, Rafflesia arnoldii, Rafflesia borneensis, Rafflesia cantleyi, Rafflesia ciliata, Rafflesia gadutensis, Rafflesia hasseltii, Rafflesia horsfieldii, Rafflesia keithii, Rafflesia kerrii, Rafflesia manillana, Rafflesia micropylora, Rafflesia philippensis, Rafflesia pricei, Rafflesia rochussenii, Rafflesia schadenbergiana, Rafflesia tengku-adlinii, Rafflesia tuan-mudae, Rafflesia witkampi, Rafflesia zollingeriana, Rafflesia aurantia, Rafflesia verrucosa, Rafflesia meijeri, Rafflesia lawangensis, Rafflesia su-meiae, Rafflesia sharifah-hapsahiae, Rafflesia consueloae, Rafflesia parvimaculata,
Species in the Rafflesiaceae family
Rafflesia azlanii, Rafflesia speciosa, Rafflesia baletei, Rafflesia lagascae, Rafflesia bengkuluensis, Rafflesia lobata, Rafflesia mira, Rafflesia leonardi, Rafflesia arnoldii, Rafflesia borneensis, Rafflesia cantleyi, Rafflesia ciliata, Rafflesia gadutensis, Rafflesia hasseltii, Rafflesia horsfieldii, Rafflesia keithii, Rafflesia kerrii, Rafflesia manillana, Rafflesia micropylora, Rafflesia philippensis, Rafflesia pricei, Rafflesia rochussenii, Rafflesia schadenbergiana, Rafflesia tengku-adlinii, Rafflesia tuan-mudae, Rafflesia witkampi, Rafflesia zollingeriana, Rafflesia aurantia, Rafflesia verrucosa, Rafflesia meijeri, Rafflesia lawangensis, Rafflesia su-meiae, Rafflesia sharifah-hapsahiae, Rafflesia consueloae, Rafflesia parvimaculata, Rhizanthes lowii, Rhizanthes deceptor, Rhizanthes infanticida, Rhizanthes zippelii, Sapria ram, Sapria poilanei, Sapria himalayana,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2605319: Based on the initial data import
Edwino S. Fernando (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fernando' in the authors string.
Perry S. Ong: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ong' in the authors string.