An endangered plant species, the titan arum (Amorphophallus titanum), is about to bloom at the Franklin Park Conservatory for the first time in its history.
The conservatory said while corpse plants are becoming more popular, this species is unique because of its size as its bloom is considered to be the largest unbranched inflorescence in the world.
The titan arum is now on display inside the Pacific Island Water Garden.
The plant is currently about three feet tall and growing noticeably each day.
It is expected to fully open in a few days to a week and only for a few days.
The conservatory said it will release a strong odor resembling rotting flesh, which attracts pollinators of flies and beetles.
The plant emits its own heat, intensifying the aroma.
