Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
sharifah-hapsahiae
ID:
1325236

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.H.Adam, R.Mohamed, Aizat-Juhari & K.L.Wan

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Turkish J. Bot. 37: 1039 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337690



Common Names

  • Sharifah-hapsah's Rafflesia
  • Rafflesia
  • Rafflesia Sharifah-hapsahiae


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Description

Rafflesia sharifah-hapsahiae (also called Sharifah-Hapsah's Rafflesia, among many other common names) is a parasitic plant native to Malaysia. It has a spreading habit and its leaves are obovate and serrated. It grows in moist meadows, along streams, and in moist woods.

Uses & Benefits

Rafflesia sharifah-hapsahiae is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant smell and is often used in perfumes and cosmetics. It can also be used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rafflesia sharifah-hapsahiae has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rafflesia sharifah-hapsahiae is a slow-growing, evergreen perennial that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade and can tolerate full sun. It can be propagated by division in early spring or by cuttings taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Rafflesia sharifah-hapsahiae

Rafflesia sharifah-hapsahiae can be found in the Malaysian state of Sabah.

Rafflesia sharifah-hapsahiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rafflesia sharifah-hapsahiae?

Rafflesia sharifah-hapsahiae

What is the family of Rafflesia sharifah-hapsahiae?

Rafflesiaceae

What is the native range of Rafflesia sharifah-hapsahiae?

Malaysia

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

Jumaat Haji Adam (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.H.Adam' in the authors string.
Rahmah Mohamed: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Mohamed' in the authors string.
Mohd Afiq Aizat-Juhari: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aizat-Juhari' in the authors string.
Kiew Lian Wan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.L.Wan' in the authors string.