The Corpse Flower is one of the largest and rarest flowers in the world. Native to Sumatra, Indonesia, it is known for its massive size and foul odor, which is often compared to the smell of rotting flesh. The flower blooms infrequently and can reach heights of up to 10 feet tall.
The Ghost Orchid is a rare and elusive flower found in the swamps of Florida and Cuba. It is named for its ethereal, ghost-like appearance and elusive nature. The flower has white, waxy petals and lacks leaves, relying on photosynthesis from nearby trees for energy.
Middlemist's Red is one of the rarest flowers in the world, with only two known specimens in existence. Originally from China, this beautiful flower has bright pink petals and blooms in early spring. It is now cultivated in a garden in New Zealand and in a greenhouse in the United Kingdom.
The Jade Vine is a rare tropical flower native to the Philippines. It is known for its unique turquoise-colored flowers that hang in clusters resembling grapes. The vine is pollinated by bats and is threatened by habitat loss and deforestation.
Kokia Cookei is an extremely rare Hawaiian flower that was thought to be extinct until it was rediscovered in 1970. It has vibrant red-orange flowers and is now protected by conservation efforts to preserve its remaining habitat.
Attenborough's Pitcher Plant is a rare carnivorous plant discovered in the Philippines in 2007. Named after naturalist Sir David Attenborough, it has large pitcher-shaped traps that can capture and digest small animals. It grows in remote mountainous regions and is threatened by habitat destruction.