Zurich, Switzerland
Queen
of the Night Cactus
The Swiss botanic center in Zurich showcases one of the world's largest and most important collections of succulents.
During the summer, visitors are treated to a special nocturnal event: the rare bloom of a cactus dubbed the "Queen of the Night". Each flower blossoms for just one night per year and is withered the next morning.
The Queen of the Night is a spineless cactus with aerial roots and large fragrant flowers. The large, white, trumpet-shaped flowers have a heady, sweet fragrance (think chocolate & vanilla scents) and are pollinated by hawk moths.
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