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Rafflesia arnoldii
- Diameter (meters)
- 1.4
- Additional Info
- Parasitic plant found in Sumatra and Borneo, emits foul odor to attract pollinators
Top 10Updated March 3, 2026
Top 10 Largest Flowers
This ranking is based on the maximum diameter of single flowers recorded in botanical studies. It includes the world's largest known flower species, reflecting extreme biological forms in nature with scientific reference value.
Top 3
- 1Rafflesia arnoldii
- 2Rafflesia keithii
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Interesting Facts & Summary
The Rafflesia arnoldii claims the top spot, boasting a diameter of over 1 meter and weighing as much as 10 kilograms, making it the absolute titan of the botanical world.
- Bizarre Survival Strategy: Lacking roots, stems, or leaves, it acts as a total parasite within host vines—a true 'vampire' of the plant kingdom.
- The 'Corpse Flower': It emits a potent scent of rotting meat to attract carrion-feeding insects for pollination, a strategy starkly different from the fragrant blooms we typically expect.
- Size Contrast: In comparison, the world's smallest flower, the Wolffia, is a mere 0.5 millimeters across. This means the Rafflesia spans 2,000 times the width of its smallest relative, illustrating the staggering range of biological scaling.
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