Botanical Name: Amorphophallus titanum; Common Name: Titan arum; Family: Araceae; Genus: Amorphophallus; Species: A. titanum; Type: Herb; Habitat: Tropical forests of Sumatra, Indonesia; Range: Native to western Sumatra; Height: Up to 13 ft (4 m); Blooming Period: Irregular, typically once every few years; Flower Color: Dull red to purple with a yellow or green spadix; Fruit: Berries containing several seeds; Description: A large, herbaceous plant with a massive, foul-smelling flower that resembles a female reproductive organ; Uses: Ornamental, its flower’s unusual appearance attracts visitors to botanical gardens and conservatories.
