12 Worst Smelling Flowers In The World

Is it true that all flowers have a pleasant scent? There’s no way. Some flowers may appear to be lovely, but as you go closer to them, you will undoubtedly hold your breath. Because certain flowers have a strong odor that attracts pollinating insects such as carrion flies. This is done to attract pollinating insects that lay their eggs in decaying debris.

Carob tree: The blooms of the carob tree might look innocuous, but this is one tree you wouldn't want to seek shade under for a picnic. Male flowers are known to produce the fairly distinct odor of semen. Ironically, the seed pod produced by this tree is highly prized. Its legumes are widely cultivated and the seed pod may be crushed and used as ersatz chocolate. (Just make sure you harvest it in the correct season.)