Rare Corpse Flower's bloom brings thousands to Adelaide Botanic Garden
13 January 2023
The eyes of the world were on the Adelaide Botanic Garden after a rare and endangered Corpse Flower, aka Titan Arum, flowered for the first time in a decade.
Ancient Egypt copy
Students are led through a trail identifying key plants in the Adelaide Botanic Garden using them to generate discussion about the beliefs, values and practices of the ancient Egyptians.
The history and geography of ancient Egypt are a focus in the inquiry trail. Students are asked to consider the viewpoint of a child in the everyday life and death of ancient Egyptians.
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The life and times of a Titan Arum
06 January 2023
The Titan Arum, or Corpse Flower, is known for its notorious smell - but did you know these plants have a fascinating life up to 10 years prior to the stinky inflorescent bloom?