Rafflesia Arnoldii Flower

Giant Rafflesia Arnoldii flower is the largest and smelliest flower in the world. Below are pictures of the Rafflesia flower, description of Rafflesia Arnoldii flower and history of the Rafflesia Arnoldii flower.

How did giant Rafflesia Arnoldii plant get its name?

The name of the giant Rafflesia Arnoldii plant or giant Rafflesia Arnoldii flower came from the debonair Victorian gentleman called Sir Thomas Raffles who founded the London Zoo. In 1817, Sir Thomas Raffles gave his name to the largest and very smelly giant flower Rafflesia Arnoldi.

Rafflesia Arnoldii Flower blooming

Rafflesia Arnoldii Flower blooms rarely and briefly.

What does the Rafflesia Arnoldii Flower smell like?

Rafflesia Arnoldii Flower has been described as smelling like ripe dung.

How big are the Rafflesia Arnoldii Flowers?

Rafflesia Arnoldii Flowers are about the size of a coffee table.