Rafflesia speciosa
Rafflesia speciosa Barcelona & Fernando
Rafflesia speciosa is a parasitic plant species in the genus Rafflesia, endemic to the Philippine island of Panay. It is one of three Rafflesia species found in the Philippines, following R. manillana and R. schadenbergiana. The species is classified as medium-sized and was described by Julie Barcelona and Edwino Fernando in 2002.
Description
Rafflesia speciosa is a member of the Rafflesiaceae family and is native to the Philippines. It is a parasitic plant that lacks leaves, stems, and roots, relying entirely on its host for nutrients. This species is part of the medium-sized Rafflesia group and is found exclusively on the island of Panay. It was formally published in 2002 by botanists Julie Barcelona and Edwino Fernando, who named the species.
Distribution
Philippines
