The “Corpse Flower” is at risk of extinction but is truly a giant flower that emits the odor of rotting flesh.
This flower is known for releasing the scent of decay to attract carnivorous pollinating insects. It bloomed in Warsaw, the capital of Poland, on Sunday but began to wilt the following day.
“Corpse Flower” blooms in Warsaw, at risk of extinction.
As a result, this attracted hundreds of people who lined up on Sunday night and Monday morning to take pictures of this special flower.
At first glance, the “Corpse Flower” at risk of extinction may resemble a prop or a decorative flower from movies or plays. However, it is indeed a massive flower that emits the foul odor of decaying flesh.
Recently, this rare and short-lived flower bloomed at a botanical garden in Warsaw, and hundreds of people queued just to admire and photograph this extraordinary flower.
Additionally, those wishing to avoid the stench emitted by the “Corpse Flower” could watch a live video from the University of Warsaw’s botanical garden, according to an AP report.
This plant, also known as Amorphophallus titanum, possesses the largest unbranched flower cluster in the world, which can reach up to 3 meters in height.
This species only grows naturally in the tropical forests of Sumatra. However, it has become endangered due to deforestation.
Amorphophallus titanum originates from western Sumatra, Indonesia, where it grows in the valleys of tropical forests on limestone hills. Nowadays, it is cultivated by botanical gardens and private collectors worldwide to aid in its conservation.
