Orbea sp. (Starfish Flower) - Image 4

Botanical name: Orbea sp.

Common names: Starfish Flower, Star Flower, Toad Cactus

Family: Apocynaceae    (Formerly:Asclepiadaceae)

Subfamily: Asclepiadoideae

Origin: Tropical Africa, South Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftFull sunWater Requirement: Low. Allow soil to dry out between wateringsWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryYellow, orange flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowersUnusual color


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