A Corpse Flower is currently in bloom at the @usbotanicgarden! 🌱🪷 During peak bloom, the Corpse Flower emits a putrid smell akin to rotting flesh — hence the name! This endangered flower is 16 years old and has a lifespan of 30 to 40 years — but it only blooms every 7 to 10 years, making it a rare sight to behold! 😍✨ #mysecretdc . . . 📸: @thedistrictcitizen