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When the corms reach maturity they produce an inflorescence before the leaf emerges. The plant produces one enormous leaf from the corm and one flowering stem annually. When ripe for pollination, the flowers emit an odor of rotten flesh to attracts pollinators. The smell disappears once the flower has been pollinated.

 

Botanical Name: Amorphophallus konjac

Common Name: Corpse Flower, Voodoo Lily

Family: Araceae

Native To: East Asia and southwest China

 

Arrives in a 3.5" or 5" nursery pot if purchased on its own. Visit our Pots Page to view and purchase pot options.

 

*This plant is considered toxic. It is best to keep all plants away from small children and pets.

CORPSE FLOWER

  • Loves bright indirect light. Keep out of harsh direct sun as leaves will burn. If light levels are too low, growth may be slow.

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