Dead-horse Arum (Helicodiceros muscivorus)
Helicodiceros muscivorus, a Mediterranean native, lures blowflies to pollinate. Its mottled spathe mimics rotting flesh, emitting a strong carrion scent to trap insects.
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Synonyms
Arum muscivorum L.f.
Dracunculus muscivorus (L.f.) Parl.
Taxonomy
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderAlismatales
- familyAraceae
- genusHelicodiceros
- speciesHelicodiceros muscivorus