Rafflesia hasseltii
Rafflesia hasseltii, commonly known as the Corpse Flower, is a remarkable parasitic plant native to Southeast Asia. Renowned for its massive, fleshy blooms and pungent odor, it plays a unique role in its ecosystem. While famous for its size, it holds untapped potential in ethnobotanical research and traditional medicine.
- Scientific name: Rafflesia hasseltii
- Family: Rafflesiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified within the order Malpighiales and the family Rafflesiaceae. Ultimately, Rafflesia hasseltii is identified by its unique genus, Rafflesia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Rafflesiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Rafflesia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is a rare parasitic species found within the expansive Malesia botanical region. Its geographical distribution is primarily centered around the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. Specifically, it can be located on the massive island of Borneo. Additionally, the species extends its range to include the island of Sumatera. These specific locations provide the unique humid environment necessary for its survival.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Malesia | Borneo | WCVP |
| Malesia | Sumatera | WCVP |
Activities
Rafflesia hasseltii has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antifungal.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |