Rafflesia lagascae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lagascae
ID:
462086
Status:
valid
Authors:
Blanco
Source:
cmp
Year:
1845
Citation Micro:
Fl. Filip., ed. 2 : 595 (1845)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000461418
Common Names
- Rafflesia Lagascae
- Lagascae Rafflesia
- Rafflesia of Lagascae
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- Rafflesia panchoana Madulid, Buot & Agoo [unknown]
Description
Rafflesia lagascae (also called Lagasca'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 lagascae 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 lagascae 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 lagascae 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 lagascae
Rafflesia lagascae can be found in Mexico.
Rafflesia lagascae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rafflesia lagascae?
Rafflesia lagascae
What is the common name of Rafflesia lagascae?
Corpse Flower
Where is Rafflesia lagascae found?
Rafflesia lagascae 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
Francisco Manuel Blanco (1779-1845): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blanco' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:316073-1: Based on the initial data import