Rafflesia baletei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
baletei
ID:
462085
Status:
valid
Authors:
Barcelona & Cajano
Source:
cmp
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 61: 232 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000461417
Common Names
- Rafflesia Baletei
- Baletei Rafflesia
- Rafflesia of Baletei
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Rafflesia baletei (also called Balete's Rafflesia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rafflesiaceae family. It is native to the Philippines, and is found in tropical rainforest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Rafflesia baletei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rafflesia baletei has large, red flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin leaves.
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Rafflesia baletei 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 baletei
Rafflesia baletei can be found in the Philippines.
Rafflesia baletei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rafflesia baletei?
Rafflesia baletei
What is the common name of Rafflesia baletei?
Corpse Flower
Where is Rafflesia baletei found?
Rafflesia baletei 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-2524488: Based on the initial data import
Julie F. Barcelona (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barcelona' in the authors string.
Mary Ann O. Cajano (1976-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cajano' in the authors string.