The plant was last seen in 1965 on Santa Cruz Island — one of the few places it's known to have existed in California.

Researchers have revealed the genetic and chemical reasons behind the titan arum’s unique warming mechanism and putrid scent.

Dartmouth scientists sniff out the genes — and identify a new chemical compound — that drive titus arum's pungent odor. The unusual odor of the titan arum, commonly called the corpse flower because ...

If you're looking for a mindful hobby that will also allow you to beautify your space, try out ikebana, or the art of ...

Icons of beauty, providers of sustenance, even symbols of divinity — blossoming plants have assumed a deep significance to ...

Orchids, known for their flamboyant petals, deceptive mimicry and fascinating lifestyles, have captivated biologists and ...

Being in the vicinity of a fully-bloomed corpse flower is an experience one is unlikely to forget. In addition to being ...

Researchers in China have developed a robot that identifies different plant species at various stages of growth by "touching" ...

The stench of a rare corpse flower make us retch. But you’re not the target – the plant wants to lure carrion beetles and ...

Under green stage lights, two leading musicians, Rah and Jonah, played lively beats with a guitar and heritage spoons. Fairies, clowns, Maleficent, and a variety of other creatures in costume littered ...

Jordan Huber is an election worker. The views and opinions expressed in this column are solely those of the author and do not reflect the official policy or position of the ...

When a corpse flower blooms, the pinky-purple spathe unfolds from an enormous yellow spadix that can grow to 3.7 meters (12 ...