Largest Flowers In The World

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1. Rafflesia arnoldii: Known as the "corpse lily," this rare Indonesian flower can grow up to 3 feet (90 cm) in diameter and weigh up to 24 pounds (11 kg)

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2. Titan Arum: Native to Sumatra, this flower can reach heights of up to 10 feet (3 meters) and widths of up to 4 feet (1.2 meters)

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3. Hibiscus macranthus: With flowers reaching up to 12 inches (30 cm) in diameter, this Hawaiian hibiscus is one of the largest in the world

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4. Lotus: Some lotus varieties can produce flowers that reach up to 10 inches (25 cm) in diameter

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5. Slipper orchid: Some species of slipper orchids can produce flowers up to 12 inches (30 cm) in diameter and weighing up to 2 pounds (1 kg)

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6. Desert rose: This succulent produces showy flowers up to 6 inches (15 cm) in diameter and can grow up to 10 feet (3 meters) tall

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7. Sunflower: In optimal conditions, sunflowers can grow up to 30 feet (9 meters) tall

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8. Talipot palm: It produces the largest palm flower, reaching up to 6 feet (1.8 meters) in diameter

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9. Giant Calla Lily: Has large, white, trumpet-shaped flowers that can grow up to 10 inches (25 cm) in diameter and 12 inches (30 cm) tall

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These flowers are not only impressive in size but also in beauty and uniqueness

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