Perhaps that's the existential appeal of the Amorphophallus titanum, a rare plant native to Indonesia commonly known as the 'corpse flower'. READ MORE:* Christchurch's first 'corpse flower' bloom attracts thousands* Christchurch 'corpse flower' opening up for the first time* Rare rancid-smelling flower about to bloomIf we don't take the time now, will we have to wait 12 years to get the opportunity to smell it again? Recently, I mentioned my intention to sniff the corpse flower to a bloke I had just met socially. At the mention of the corpse flower he waved his hand in the night air disdainfully. It's also worthwhile to stop and smell the corpse flower as like us, it's only temporary.

Source: Stuff January 08, 2020 03:22 UTC