Rafflesia

Rafflesia is a genus of flowering plants known for producing the largest individual flowers in the world, with some species reaching up to three feet in diameter. Native to tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia, these plants are unique because they are parasitic, relying on host vines for nutrients. Rafflesia flowers have a strong, unpleasant odor, resembling rotting flesh, which attracts insects for pollination. Due to their specific habitat requirements, some species are threatened by deforestation and habitat loss, making them important for biodiversity conservation efforts.