"Rare Corpse Flowers Bloom Across U.S. Zoos and Gardens"
The corpse flower named "Horace" at Como Park Zoo in St. Paul unexpectedly closed early after beginning to bloom, drawing 20,000 visitors. The early closure was attributed to night lighting disrupting its natural cycle. Despite the shortened bloom, visitors still found the experience worthwhile. The flower, known for its strong odor, will go dormant and may not bloom again for several years.