What is the largest flower in the Philippines?

Rafflesia arnoldii

Rafflesia arnoldii is the largest flower producing individual in the world and has a strong odor of decaying flesh thus some call this as “corpse flower”. This is found in the rainforest of Indonesia particularly in Sumatra and Borneo. This rare flower can grow 3 feet across and weigh up to 7 kilograms. It is known to be parasitic since it attaches to a host plant just to obtain water and nutrients. The unpleasant odor emitted by the pant is used mainly to attract insects that pollinate the plant.

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