Status:
valid
Authors:
Sofiyanti, K.Mat-Salleh, Khairil, Zuhailah, Mohd.Ros. & Burslem
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 253: 208 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345182
Description
Rafflesia parvimaculata (also called Rafflesia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rafflesiaceae. It is found in Indonesia and Malaysia. It grows in wet montane forests at elevations of 1,800–2,400 m.
Uses & Benefits
Rafflesia parvimaculata is a popular ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rafflesia parvimaculata has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rafflesia parvimaculata is a tropical plant that is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a warm, moist environment.
Where to Find Rafflesia parvimaculata
Rafflesia parvimaculata can be found in the tropical rainforests of Sumatra, Indonesia.
Rafflesia parvimaculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rafflesia parvimaculata?
Rafflesia parvimaculata
What are the common names of Rafflesia parvimaculata?
Common names include Small-spotted Rafflesia and Small-spotted Rafflesia.
Where is Rafflesia parvimaculata native to?
Rafflesia parvimaculata is native to Southeast Asia, specifically Malaysia and Indonesia.
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
Nery Sofiyanti: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sofiyanti' in the authors string.
Mahmud Khairil: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Khairil' in the authors string.