How Tall Can the Carcass Flower Grow?

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A rare Amorphophallus titanum flower, known as the "corpse flower" due to its foul odor resembling rotting flesh, has bloomed in Indonesia, reaching a record height of nearly 9.8 feet. This impressive bloom occurred at the Cibodas Botanical Garden in Bogor and is notable for being one of the largest and smelliest flowers globally, typically found in the rainforests of Sumatra. The flower's unique characteristics have sparked humorous commentary about its appeal, contrasting it with traditional romantic flowers like roses, suggesting a playful take on love and attraction. The discussion highlights the flower's unusual charm and its role in nature, particularly in attracting pollinators such as flies.
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JAKARTA, Indonesia - A rare flower that smells like rotting flesh and grows nearly 9.8 feet tall has bloomed in Indonesia, setting a new record for the species' height, officials said Saturday.

The Amorphophallus titanum — known locally as a "carcass flower" for the stench its bulbs emit upon opening — blossomed Thursday at the Cibodas Botanical Garden in Bogor.

The flower, one of the largest and smelliest in the world, comes from the rain forests of Sumatra island, and typically grows to more than 9 feet tall.
 
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And who says that flowers don't represent love?

Sure it may be large, grotesque, and stinky; but it represents love in itself. It has its flaws to humans but flies sure love it.

What isn't there to love in a large dead-smelling fleshy flower?

I say: down with roses
 
Remind us of this when Valentine's Day is coming up next year.
 
Stench by Calvin Klein ... for the one you'd love to get rid of for eternity.
 
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That's a beautiful sentiment, Motai. I am getting all choked up.
 

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