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Corpse Flower

Who would wait in line to smell A flower that’s so vile Its odor reeks like rotting flesh, Quite hard to reconcile With all the other lovely plants The Gardens* have on view? I’m not sure I would make the trip To check it out; would you? This specimen, just one of four To thrive in the U.S. Has been here seven years, but never Bloomed with full success. Its smell will last for several days, A putrid, corpse-like scent, Yet strangely, all who waited Were quite happy that they went. *The Brooklyn Botanic Garden

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Date: 1/26/2025 2:23:00 PM
I can understand folk wanting to see and smell this rare plant but i have got to say it wouldn't be for me lol:-) hugs Jan xx
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Date: 1/26/2025 2:15:00 PM
Hello Ilene, A fine Rhyme with a concise question. Must admit that the draw is real for something so rare. Nature seems to find a way to attract (more than just our imagination). This plant must be very special to something. Happy Sunday -Richard
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