rafflesia
Translation
rafflesia
Examples
The rafflesia is known for its massive size.
The rafflesia is known for its massive size.
Grammar Patterns
((countable noun)) a genus of parasitic flowering plants Rafflesia is a genus of parasitic plants.
Similar Words
Similar items: corpse flower (another large, foul-smelling flower)
Etymology
Named after Sir Stamford Raffles, the British statesman who led the expedition that discovered it.
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'raffle' where the grand prize is this giant, strange flower.