Deep in the Indonesian rainforest, the world’s largest flower, Rafflesia tuan-mudae, recently bloomed. This remarkable flower, known for its size and distinct odor resembling rotting flesh, measures nearly 4 feet across. Found in West Sumatra, the rare bloom highlights the unique biodiversity of the region. The Rafflesia tuan-mudae, often called
Deep in the Indonesian rainforest, the world’s largest flower, Rafflesia tuan-mudae, recently bloomed. This remarkable flower, known for its size and distinct odor resembling rotting flesh, measures nearly 4 feet across. Found in West Sumatra, the rare bloom highlights the unique biodiversity of the region. The Rafflesia tuan-mudae, often called the corpse flower, is not only known for its massive size but also for its pungent odor, which attracts flies for pollination. The parasitic plant grows by feeding off a
