Rafflesia arnoldii, also known as the corpse flower, is the world's largest flower, growing up to three feet in diameter. It emits a strong odor similar to that of rotting flesh to attract pollinators. ¹⁾

Titan arum, also known as the “corpse flower's cousin,” is another large, smelly flower that can grow up to ten feet tall. It emits a stench similar to rotting meat and only blooms for 24-48 hours. ²⁾

Venus flytrap is a carnivorous plant found in bogs and wetlands in North and South Carolina. It has leaves with modified hairs that close when an insect triggers them, trapping the prey inside. ³⁾

Pitcher plants are another type of carnivorous plant that lure insects into a deep cavity filled with digestive enzymes. They come in many varieties and are found in wetland habitats worldwide. ⁴⁾

Baobab trees are known for their enormous trunks, which can reach up to 50 feet in diameter. They store water in their trunks, allowing them to survive in arid regions. ⁵⁾

Dragon blood trees are native to the Socotra archipelago off the coast of Yemen. They have a unique umbrella-like shape and produce a bright red resin that has been used for medicinal purposes for centuries. ⁶⁾

The corpse lily is a large, rare flower native to the rainforests of Indonesia. It gets its name from the unpleasant odor it emits when it blooms. ⁷⁾

Welwitschia mirabilis is a unique plant found in the Namib Desert of southern Africa. It has just two leaves that grow continuously throughout its lifespan, which can last up to 2,000 years. ⁸⁾

The monkey puzzle tree is a conifer native to the Andes Mountains of South America. Its name comes from the belief that climbing it would be a puzzle even for a monkey. ⁹⁾

The redwood tree is the tallest tree in the world, reaching heights of over 300 feet. It is found primarily in the coastal regions of California and Oregon. ¹⁰⁾

The stinking cedar is a tree native to the Hawaiian Islands that emits a pungent odor when crushed or cut. It was used by native Hawaiians for medicinal purposes. ¹¹⁾

The African tulip tree is a fast-growing tree with large, bright red or orange flowers. It is native to tropical Africa but is now found in many parts of the world. ¹²⁾

The Chilean wine palm is a slow-growing tree that can live for up to 1,000 years. It is the national tree of Chile and is often used to produce a type of palm wine. ¹³⁾

The rainbow eucalyptus is a tree native to the Philippines, Indonesia, and Papua New Guinea. Its bark peels away in strips to reveal a bright green layer underneath, which gradually changes color as it ages, creating a colorful rainbow effect. ¹⁴⁾

The sensitive plant, also known as the touch-me-not, is a tropical plant native to South and Central America. Its leaves fold inward and droop when touched or shaken, as a defense mechanism. ¹⁵⁾

The jade vine is a rare plant found in the rainforests of the Philippines. It has long, hanging clusters of turquoise-blue flowers that are pollinated by bats. ¹⁶⁾

The bottle tree is a tree found in arid regions of Africa and Australia. It has a thick trunk that can store water, allowing it to survive in drought conditions. ¹⁷⁾