Rafflesia is one of the most bizarre and fascinating plants in the world, known for its massive size and putrid stench. Often called the "corpse flower," it emits a strong odor of rotting flesh to ...

Though extinct in the wild, it survives today through cultivation. The flower boasts dark, velvety petals resembling rich chocolate. Its deep red-brown hue adds elegance to any garden space.

From carnivorous flowers that feast on shrews to plants that resemble an alien creature, the plant kingdom is home to some of the strangest-looking species. These adorable “flowering stones ...

However, they will have to contend with unpleasant odours from the short-lived plant, which has an unmistakeable and unique smell of "old ... waiting for the first flowers to emerge for months ...

It's great to stop and smell the roses, but there are certain flowers you definitely don't want to get a whiff of. While many plants use sweet smells and nectar to attract insects and other animal ...

Scientists have shown that one portion of the petunia’s genetic code can direct the creation of molecules behind the plant’s floral scent. One of the approaches used was viral-induced gene silencing, ...

Study on petunias yields discovery that offers potential applications for breeding more resilient and pollinator-friendly ...

Moles have a strong sense of smell, so planting something with a strong odor such as marigolds, daffodils, or alliums is likely to drive them away. Spraying castor oil mixed with water can also ...

“It smells like a dead rat in an old barn,” described greenhouse manager Evili Martins. The konjac plant bloomed in early ...