Stapelia grandiflora
Stapelia grandiflora
Stapelia grandiflora
Stapelia grandiflora
Stapelia grandiflora
Stapelia grandiflora
Stapelia grandiflora
Stapelia grandiflora
Stapelia grandiflora
Stapelia grandiflora
Stapelia grandiflora
Stapelia grandiflora
Stapelia grandiflora
Stapelia grandiflora
Stapelia grandiflora
Stapelia grandiflora
Stapelia grandiflora

Stapelia Grandiflora is commonly known as ‘Giant Toad Plant’ or ‘StarFish Flower’. It belongs to the Apocynaceae family and originates from South Africa. This interesting plant grows up to 20 cm in height.

Growth Rate

The growth rate of Stapelia Grandiflora is fast.

Flowering

This succulent blooms beautiful orange, dark-red, brown, and purple-colored flowers during the spring and summer months.

Water and Feeding/Fertilizer

Use the soak and dry method while watering this succulent plant. Once the soil gets dry, it needs to be watered.

Soil

Like any other succulent, the Stapelia Grandiflora also needs the same care. StarFish flowers need light, airy, and well-drained soil.

Hardiness

Giant toad plants belong to the hardiness zone of 9 to 10 and have a frost tolerance of 0 ° C (50 ° F). It is not a cold-hardy plant. So, if you live in a cold area, it is best to keep it indoors.​

Light

This plant needs full to partial sunlight.

Propagation

You can propagate StarFish flowers easily through seeds or cuttings.

Suitable for both indoors and outdoors, Stapelia Grandiflora is one of the most adorable flowering succulents to have.

Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz

Bloom Season Late summer Autumn
Botanical Name Stapelia grandiflora
Common Name Carrion flower, starfish cactus
Dormancy Summer Winter
Family Apocynaceae
Flower Color Yellow, brown, creamy, purple
Genus Stapelia
Growth Habit Clumpy
Growth Rate Fast
Hardiness Zone 9, 10, 11
Mature Size 14 in. tall, 8 in. wide
Native Area South Africa
Plant Type Cactus like succulent, flowering plant
Propagation By cuttings
Resistance Drought tolerant, deer resistant, pest resistant
Soil PH 6.5, Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type Succulent potting mix soil
Special Features Largest flower of about 19 in. wide
Sun Exposure Partial shade(Plenty of bright light)
Toxicity Safe for humans, safe for pets
Watering Needs Moderate

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Stapelia grandiflora

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Please note: Our large plants are many years old, and as a result, they might have minor scaring but will arrive 100% healthy and looking great.

Please note: Our large plants are shipped bare root. They are also many years old, and as a result, they might have minor scaring but will arrive healthy and looking great.

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Stapelia Grandiflora is commonly known as ‘Giant Toad Plant’ or ‘StarFish Flower’. It belongs to the Apocynaceae family and originates from South Africa. This interesting plant grows up to 20 cm in height.

Growth Rate

The growth rate of Stapelia Grandiflora is fast.

Flowering

This succulent blooms beautiful orange, dark-red, brown, and purple-colored flowers during the spring and summer months.

Water and Feeding/Fertilizer

Use the soak and dry method while watering this succulent plant. Once the soil gets dry, it needs to be watered.

Soil

Like any other succulent, the Stapelia Grandiflora also needs the same care. StarFish flowers need light, airy, and well-drained soil.

Hardiness

Giant toad plants belong to the hardiness zone of 9 to 10 and have a frost tolerance of 0 ° C (50 ° F). It is not a cold-hardy plant. So, if you live in a cold area, it is best to keep it indoors.​

Light

This plant needs full to partial sunlight.

Propagation

You can propagate StarFish flowers easily through seeds or cuttings.

Suitable for both indoors and outdoors, Stapelia Grandiflora is one of the most adorable flowering succulents to have.

Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz

Bloom Season Late summer Autumn
Botanical Name Stapelia grandiflora
Common Name Carrion flower, starfish cactus
Dormancy Summer Winter
Family Apocynaceae
Flower Color Yellow, brown, creamy, purple
Genus Stapelia
Growth Habit Clumpy
Growth Rate Fast
Hardiness Zone 9, 10, 11
Mature Size 14 in. tall, 8 in. wide
Native Area South Africa
Plant Type Cactus like succulent, flowering plant
Propagation By cuttings
Resistance Drought tolerant, deer resistant, pest resistant
Soil PH 6.5, Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type Succulent potting mix soil
Special Features Largest flower of about 19 in. wide
Sun Exposure Partial shade(Plenty of bright light)
Toxicity Safe for humans, safe for pets
Watering Needs Moderate

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