Don Sutherland's photos with the keyword: Amorphophallus titanum

Corpse Flower

28 Jun 2019 59 48 874
Corpse flower (Amorphophallus titanum) in full bloom at the New York Botanical Garden (Bronx, New York)—June 28, 2019 The Corpse Flower is native to Sumatra, Indonesia. Blooms are rare and unpredictable. Each plant takes 7-10 years to store sufficient energy to bloom. When in bloom, each flower emits a pungent smell similar to rotting meat, which attracts insect pollinators that feed on dead animals. Detail of the Corpse Flower