Corpse Flower Facts and Trivia

The video discusses the corpse flower, a rare plant known for its strong odor, which attracts insects for pollination. It blooms every 7 to 10 years for just 24 to 36 hours. With only about 1,000 left in the wild, the flower's unique smell is likened to funky cheese or smelly socks. Visitors at the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens queued for hours to experience this rare event.

What is the main reason people visit the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens in relation to the corpse flower?

• To learn about its medicinal properties

• To see its beautiful petals

• To experience its unique smell

• To buy seeds for their garden

How do visitors describe the smell of the corpse flower?

• Like funky cheese and smelly socks

• Like a pine forest

• Like a bakery

• Like fresh roses

What is the biological purpose of the corpse flower's odor?

• To repel predators

• To attract insects for pollination

• To conserve water

• To enhance photosynthesis

How often does the corpse flower bloom?

• Every 2 to 3 years

• Every year

• Every 7 to 10 years

• Every 20 years

Approximately how many corpse flowers are left in the wild?

• About 100,000

• About 10,000

• About 1,000

• About 100