July 18th 2024.
One of the most fascinating and rare sights in the world, accompanied by an equally distinctive scent, is about to make its appearance once again, albeit for a short period of time. The Huntington Botanical Gardens in California has just announced that its titan arum plant will soon be in full bloom. This unique species, native to Sumatra in Indonesia, is commonly known as the "corpse flower" due to its pungent odor, and can reach heights of over 3.5 meters. It only blooms for approximately 24 hours every two to three years, making it a highly anticipated event for botany enthusiasts and curious visitors alike.
The nickname "corpse flower" may seem rather macabre, but it is not without reason. When the plant is in bloom, it emits a scent that closely resembles that of rotting meat, which serves as a clever way to attract pollinators. This fascinating phenomenon has made the titan arum a star attraction at botanic gardens all over the world, drawing in crowds of hundreds who are eager to catch a glimpse - and a whiff - of this remarkable plant.
At the Huntington Gardens, visitors can expect to catch a glimpse of the titan arum until July 23, with the plant expected to bloom around July 22. However, there is no precise forecast as to when exactly this will happen. The plant has been growing at a rapid pace in the past few days, going from 1.4 meters on July 10 to two meters on July 18. When it reaches its peak, it can even grow up to 15cm in a single day, truly showcasing the beauty and power of nature.
For those who are unable to make the trip to California to see the plant in person, the Huntington Gardens have set up a livestream on Youtube, where viewers can witness the soon-to-bloom plant alongside one that is currently in its fruiting stage. While these plants are a rare sight, they are also kept at several botanic gardens in Australia, with one recent blooming event taking place in Adelaide last January.
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