RAFFLESIA Any of various parasitic plants of the genus Rafflesia of Southeast Asia, having no leaves and a solitary fleshy flower with the odor of carrion. The species R. arnoldii has the largest flowers among all flowering plants, measuring up to 1 meter (3 feet) in diameter.
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Word: RAFFLESIA
Length: 9 letters
Dictionary: Valid in TWL and SOWPODS
Status: Official Scrabble word
The word RAFFLESIA can be used in various contexts. As a valid Scrabble word, it can be played on the Scrabble board according to standard game rules.