Titan Arum
Coverage of Titan Arum in the Nexus archive.
- Pair of Corpse Flowers Poised to Bloom at The Huntington
Two rare Titan Arums, known as corpse flowers, at The Huntington are nearing bloom, potentially marking the institution’s second simultaneous flowering event. Native to western Sumatra, Indonesia, these plants emit a strong odor resembling rotten eggs, gym socks, and decaying flesh to attract pollinators.
- Double Corpse Flower Bloom Expected at Huntington
Two rare Titan Arums, known as Corpse Flowers, are expected to bloom at The Huntington in the coming weeks. The plants are on public display at the Rose Hills Foundation Conservatory for Botanical Science, where visitors can monitor their progress. One plant, nicknamed 'Odora,' last bloomed in 2024.
- 2 rare blooms set to stink up Southern California botanical garden
Two Titan Arums, also known as Corpse Flowers, are set to bloom at The Huntington Library, Art Museum and Botanical Gardens in Los Angeles County. The rare plants will emit a strong odor, offering visitors two opportunities to experience the phenomenon.