Description
Amorphophallus konjac is an extraordinary tropical tuberous perennial, known for its bold and unusual appearance. Native to Southeast Asia, this fascinating plant grows from a large underground corm and produces a single, towering, umbrella-like leaf with intricate, divided leaflets, supported by a thick, mottled, purple-green stem resembling snakeskin.
The most famous feature of Amorphophallus konjac is its spectacular bloom. Mature plants, usually after several years of growth, produce a giant maroon-purple spathe that encircles a tall, central spadix. This dramatic, corpse-like flower emits a strong scent of rotting flesh, attracting flies and beetles for pollination. Though the odor lasts only for a short period, the bloom itself is a striking spectacle, making this plant a must-have for rare plant collectors and enthusiasts of the bizarre and exotic.
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