Today, Lois measures just about 64.25 inches. Her vertical growth has slowed to only .75 inches since yesterday – this, plus the bright purple streak that appeared on the her right side and the fact that the bracts have fallen off completely (see image below), indicate that blooming is imminent!
And, we have some great news! The Cockrell Butterfly Center will be open around the clock for the Corpse Flower Watch until after Lois has bloomed – come by any time to see her! You can get tickets here.
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| The bracts have fallen! See a full set of photos of the Corpse Flower’s growth here. |
| Date | Height | |
| July 1 | 31″ | |
| July 2 | 34″ | |
| July 3 | 37″ | |
| July 4 | 41″ | |
| July 5 | 45″ | |
| July 6 | 49″ | |
| July 7 | 53″ | |
| July 8 | 57″ | |
| July 9 | 60″ | |
| July 10 | 62″ | |
| July 11 | 63.5″ | |
| July 12 | 64.25″ |
I live very nearby and am becoming quite obsessed with watching Lois. So, I think the around the clock idea is great! thanks
I would love to see what type of phytoliths this plant produces– that bract would be a perfect part to check.
So, is it blooming/stinking yet? I haven’t seen an update published since morning and the webcam is a lost cause for me.
Hi Debra,
Not stinking yet – but it may be on it’s way to blooming – check out our latest video! http://vimeo.com/13282463
Hi Rebecca,
Thats a great idea! I’ll save the bracts and look in to that.
Thanks!
Is it me or is the webcam feed down?
Hi Jill,
The webcam can only host a certain number of people at a time. KPRC also has a live webcam:
http://www.click2houston.com/video/10913036/index.html
We also have new video and photos here:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/hmns/sets/72157624313053793/