The stench of decay announces death—but Rafflesia plants turn it on like a neon sign. Forty-two parasitic species exude the smell of rot to lure insects, thriving under the guise of death. From a ...

Discover the world's most extraordinary and elusive blooms, from the mysterious Ghost Orchid to the vibrant Jade Vine.

Discover the world’s largest flowers, from giant Rafflesias to Titan arums, showcasing nature’s incredible scale and beauty.

The belief that Rafflesia is a repeat-flowering holoparasite with an invasive endophytic mycelium-like vegetative body is not supported by evidence. Instead, the evidence favors Rafflesia as a ...

Under the right conditions, stem cells from the innermost layer of the tooth — known as dental pulp — can be coaxed into forming neuronal cells (pictured here) with specific shapes and features, says ...