KUCHING: An unusual parasite plant related to the giant Rafflesia flower and new species of the ginger plant have been discovered at Lanjak Entimau Wildlife Sanctuary, Sarawak’s largest protected area.
The parasite plant, measuring 60cm in diameter, is known locally as jambu limau. It sucks on the nutrients of the parent plant and its rotten smell attracts flies.
The discoveries were made by some 150 scientists and researchers during a two-week expedition nine months ago.
The findings were discussed at a seminar, “Biodiversity of Eastern Lanjak Entimau: Hidden Jewel of Sarawak,” yesterday.
Seminar organising chairman Prof Datuk Dr Mohamed Abdul Majid told reporters: “You can expect many new species, some endemic (to Sarawak).”
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