The Giant Sequoia
The Giant Sequoia is the biggest plant in the world by volume. These trees can grow up to 311 feet tall and have a diameter of up to 40 feet. They can weigh up to 2.7 million pounds and live for up to 3,000 years. The largest living tree by volume is located in California, and it is estimated to have a volume of over 52,500 cubic feet.
The Banyan Tree
The Banyan Tree is the biggest tree in terms of area. This tree can grow up to 100 feet tall and spread its branches over an area of up to 4 acres. The Banyan Tree is native to India and is revered in Hinduism. The tree can live for centuries and is considered sacred by many people.
The Rafflesia
The Rafflesia is the biggest flower in the world. This flower has no stem, leaves or roots and grows only on the host plant. The Rafflesia can grow up to 3 feet in diameter and can weigh up to 15 pounds. The flower takes around nine months to develop and only blooms for about four days. The Rafflesia is found in Southeast Asia, mainly in the rainforests of Malaysia and Indonesia.
The Blue Whale
The Blue Whale is the biggest living creature on Earth. These whales can grow up to 100 feet long and weigh up to 200 tons. They have a heart the size of a small car and a tongue that weighs as much as an elephant. They feed on tiny shrimp-like animals called krill and can eat up to 4 tons of krill per day. The Blue Whale is found in all the world's oceans and is an endangered species due to hunting and pollution.
The Titan Arum
The Titan Arum is the biggest flowering plant in the world. This plant is native to Sumatra, Indonesia, and can grow up to 10 feet tall. The Titan Arum produces the largest unbranched inflorescence in the plant kingdom, which can be up to 15 feet in circumference. The inflorescence emits a powerful odor that smells like rotting flesh to attract pollinators. The plant blooms for only 24 to 48 hours and then withers away.