Rafflesia speciosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
speciosa
ID:
462084
Status:
valid
Authors:
Barcelona & Fernando
Source:
cmp
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 57: 648 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000461416
Common Names
- Spectacular Rafflesia
- Spectacular Rafflesiaceae
- Spectacular Corpse Flower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rafflesia speciosa (also called Giant Rafflesia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rafflesiaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical rainforest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Rafflesia speciosa is a perennial plant that is often used as a ground cover in shady areas. It has attractive foliage and flowers, and is also drought tolerant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rafflesia speciosa has large, red flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rafflesia speciosa is a hardy perennial that can be grown in USDA zones 4-8. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation can be done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the fall or spring and division should be done in the fall or early spring.
Where to Find Rafflesia speciosa
Rafflesia speciosa can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.
Rafflesia speciosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rafflesia speciosa?
Rafflesia speciosa
What is the common name of Rafflesia speciosa?
Corpse Flower
Where is Rafflesia speciosa found?
Rafflesia speciosa is found in Southeast Asia.
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-2524486: Based on the initial data import
Julie F. Barcelona (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barcelona' in the authors string.
Edwino S. Fernando (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fernando' in the authors string.