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WATCH LIVE: 'Corpse Flower' set to bloom at New York Botanical Garden

The rare plant only blooms once every 30 years or so and can reach up to 12 feet in length.

News 12 Staff

Apr 3, 2023, 4:31 PM

Updated 604 days ago

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An exotic flower known as the Corpse Flower is set to bloom at the New York Botanical Garden.
The Amorphophallus Titanum emits a powerful stench similar to rotting meat when it blooms.
The rare plant only blooms once every 30 years or so and can reach up to 12 feet in length.
According to the NYBG's site, the bloom lasts only 24 to 36 hours. Updates will be posted on their social media. A live stream of the blossom can be seen below.