What does Gilgamesh decide to do with the flower of youth?

In the Epic of Gilgamesh, after obtaining the flower of youth from the depths of the ocean, Gilgamesh initially intends to use it to restore his vitality and grant eternal life. However, as he travels back to Uruk, he stops to bathe and a serpent steals the flower, consuming it and gaining immortality. This event leads Gilgamesh to realize that immortality is ultimately unattainable for humans, prompting him to accept his mortality and focus on leaving a lasting legacy through his achievements in life.