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An endemic Rafflesia gadutensis flower has completely bloomed at Boven Lais conservation forest in North Bengkulu district, Bengkulu province. Riki Septian, the coordinator of Bengkulu Utara Care for Rare Blooms Community (KPPL) said on Sunday  (7/1) in Bengkulu that the flower is still blossoming perfectly since Saturday (6/1) and the view is breathtaking. After the ranger found the blooming flower, local tourists have packed the conservation zone since Saturday. Most of the tourists were seen taking pictures with the rare Rafflesia gadutensis, which has been dubbed as the largest flower in the world. Septian said, for the tourists who want to see the Rafflesia flower, they have to be assisted by the rangers during the trekking, and viewing activities. The rangers, he explained, need to guide the tourists, because the flower which was found near the Palak Siring Kemumu waterfall is situated within the conservation area. Therefore, the ranger needs to ensure any visits made by the local would cause no harm to the flower and its habitat. He also noted that people are still able to enjoy seeing the rare blooming flower for the next three days// Voi.Ant