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Amorphophallus Titanum

Amorphophallus Titanum

Amorphophallus titanum is a fascinating and unique plant, commonly known as the titan arum or corpse flower.

  • It is a rare species, which blooms once in a decade.
  • It is also called the ‘corpse flower’ because it smells like rotting flesh to attract pollinators.
  • It is one of the largest in the world, growing over 10 ft. in height.
  • It is native to western Sumatra, Indonesia.
  • IUCN Status: Endangered

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