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Rare Titan Arum Unfolds 2.36-Meter Bloom at Berlin Botanical Garden

The critically endangered plant emits a potent carrion odor to lure pollinators during its three-day flowering phase in the Great Tropical House.

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Overview

  • Visitors can observe the inflorescence in the Great Tropical House until it begins wilting within days.
  • Curators recommend nose clips to endure the intense carrion scent that mimics rotting flesh.
  • Female flowers open on the first night to receive pollen, while male flowers release pollen on the second night.
  • The giant bloom emerges from an underground tuber that can weigh up to 100 kilograms after years of dormancy.
  • Each blossom appears only every few years and attracts large crowds, underscoring its unique life cycle and conservation value.