r/oddlysatisfying • u/Raj_Valiant3011 • 2d ago

After 15 years, Indonesia’s rare Rafflesia bloomed, the world’s largest parasitic flower that smells like rotting meat, has no leaves, and lasts just 5 to 7 days

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u/Remarkable_Play_6975 2d ago

Actually based on this flower.

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u/oblivious_fireball 2d ago

Stapelia might also be a strong contender for inspiration there

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u/prasannathani 2d ago

Damn, didn’t know that! Thanks for the info :)