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SF’s Smelliest “Corpse Flower” is Blooming Again

After 3 years “Terra the Titan” is blooming (and stinking) again at SF’s Conservatory of Flowers
By - posted 8/18/2020 No Comment

Introducing the return of Terra the Titan! Terra bloomed at the Conservatory of Flowers in 2017 and is now blooming 3 years later. Amorphophallus titanum plants take an average of 7-10 years to bloom for the first time. After this initial bloom, they can re-bloom every 3-5 years thereafter.

The plant is known for the distinct smell of rotting flesh, which only lasts a few days during the bloom.

“Terra” has been places in the front atrium of the Conservatory of Flowers, so even through the venue is closed to the public, you can still view the flower from a special viewing window and, according to Hoodline, there are slits and fans so that you can still get a whiff of the flower’s scent.

Peak Viewing Hours
Outdoor viewing to be held at Conservatory entrance through an acrylic viewing window

Monday, August 17 | 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Tuesday, August 18 & Wednesday, August 19 | 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Please follow local health and safety guidelines by maintaining 6 feet of distance and wearing a face covering. Admission is free, donations are encouraged.

Special Programming: Corpse Flower Talks with the Conservatory
Live on YouTube

Monday, August 17 @ 7 p.m.
Tuesday, August 18 & Wednesday, August 19 @ 12 p.m. & 7 p.m.

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Conservatory horticulturalists are essential workers that have been taking care of our collection through COVID-19. We need the support of fans like you to help keep their work going and make sure the plants survive. Donate today.