Nearly 20,000 people have flocked to Sydney's Botanic Gardens to experience the rare blooming of an endangered plant, commonly known as the "corpse flower."
Named Putricia, the titan arum plant releases a foul odor described as reminiscent of "rotting flesh" or "hot garbage" during its 24-hour bloom period.
The unpleasant scent is a byproduct of chemical processes within the plant aimed at attracting pollinators.
This endangered species, originating from Sumatra, Indonesia, blooms sporadically every 7-10 years in its natural habitat. It is estimated that there are fewer than 1,000 of these plants worldwide, including those under cultivation.