San Francisco's infamous corpse flower is nearly ready to bloom
State of play: Affectionately nicknamed Chanel by staff, the Titan Arum (Amorphophallus titanum) is commonly known as the corpse flower for the rotting flesh-like odor it emits while blooming.
Between the lines: Native to Indonesia's Sumatra island, the massive corpse flower can spend years in dormancy — typically blooming for the first time after seven to 10 years, then every three to five years thereafter, per the Gardens of Golden Gate Park.
The last time it bloomed was in 2022.
The intrigue: While unpleasant to humans, the strong smell attracts pollinators like carrion beetles and flies that are drawn to the scent of decay.
What's next: The rare bloom is expected any day and will last just two days, revealing a deep burgundy interior when fully unfurled.
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San Francisco's infamous corpse flower is nearly ready to bloom
A rare plant housed at the San Francisco Conservatory of Flowers, infamous for its putrefying stench, is on the verge of blooming. State of play: Affectionately nicknamed Chanel by staff, the Titan Arum (Amorphophallus titanum) is commonly known as the corpse flower for the rotting flesh-like odor it emits while blooming. Between the lines: Native to Indonesia's Sumatra island, the massive corpse flower can spend years in dormancy — typically blooming for the first time after seven to 10 years, then every three to five years thereafter, per the Gardens of Golden Gate Park. The last time it bloomed was in 2022. The intrigue: While unpleasant to humans, the strong smell attracts pollinators like carrion beetles and flies that are drawn to the scent of decay. What's next: The rare bloom is expected any day and will last just two days, revealing a deep burgundy interior when fully unfurled.
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