Hey folks–
Kind of excited: our night-blooming cereus decided to throw out a bloom. It only does that every few years (we probably aren’t taking proper care of it) and the bloom only lasts one night. Here’s what it looked like 4 hours ago:
And 30 minutes ago:
Was thinking of having a watch party. Too late now!
Lucky you! 
(Yeah, once a year.)
My mom has one too - she said it bloomed the other night and they missed it! 
I think so, I’ve never actually caught one in action…I’d have to ask mom.
But yeah, it’s a one time thing for that blossom. (I think the plant is okay until the next year when it puts out another bloom.)
It is kind of rare to see one bloom, hence the big deal.
Reminds me of the Corpse Flower.
If you can catch it in full bloom, you can cut it off, put it in a bowl of water, and keep it a couple of days in the fridge. Here’s what it looks like now:
I think either one can pollinate these flowers. Yes, it does have a significant, pleasant scent.
I was wondering about the scent as well. As someone else already pointed out, it bears some resemblance to a corpse flower, so I’m glad to hear that it doesn’t smell like one!
Where is its native habitat?
They thrive in the south - Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Georgia…probably somewhat tropical.
(looks like a magnolia.)
Was it the Simpsons where they were all waiting for a very rare flower to bloom and then it smelled bad? What do these smell like?
Gorgeous. We should etch an image of it onto something… Or many things… 
