Stapelia sp. (Starfish Flower) - Image 8

Botanical name: Stapelia sp.

Common names: Starfish Flower, Giant Toad Flower, Carrion Flower

Family: Apocynaceae    (Formerly:Asclepiadaceae)

Subfamily: Asclepiadoideae

Origin: South Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-11?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull 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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Stapelia sp. (Starfish Flower) with purple petals, hairy texture, close up of the flower.
Stapelia sp. (Starfish Flower) purple star-shaped blossom with tiny hairs covering the thick textured petals.
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