A giant exotic plant that smells like dead flesh? Elementary-level readers will learn all about the corpse flower with this striking introduction to the unusual plant's life cycle. 

Bats, corpses, and dragon blood! You’ll find them all in this elementary-level series about strange, exotic plants. Readers will discover how the plants got their names, how they grow, and what makes them unique. With vibrant photography, insightful life-cycle recaps, and a captivating story linked to each species, these science books offer an educational (and sometimes smelly) journey into the world of unusual plants. What grows more than 10 feet (3 meters) tall and smells like dead flesh? Corpse flowers, of course! While rare in the wild, these exotic plants grow well in more than 80 botanical gardens around the world, where they are given funny names such as Stankosaurus Rex, Darth Vapor, and Stink, Stank, and Stunk. Elementary-level readers will learn all about this rare and unusual plant, from its habitat and life cycle to its unique name and features. Short sidebars provide extra information, an on-page glossary defines key terms, and a "Nature Story" details the plant's connection to people. Includes websites, a "Read More" section, and index.