CURRENT EVENT | April 10, 2024
The corpse flower has an unusual look and smell. A huge plant native to Sumatra, it blooms only once every few years and when it does, it emits a foul smell similar to that of rotting meat. When a corpse flower recently burst into bloom at the San Diego Botanical Garden, curious visitors from around the country rushed to see - and smell - the rare event. Listen to hear a plant expert explain more about this “rock star plant,” and find out how the corpse flower’s awful smell helps it survive.
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07/06/2023
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