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
Dormancy Winter
Family Apocynaceae
Flower Color Yellow
Flower Color Yellow, brown, creamy, purple
Genus Stapelia
Growth Habit Clumpy
Growth Rate Fast
Hardiness Zone 9 11(USDA)
Mature Size 14 in. tall
Mature Size 14 in. tall, 8 in. wide
Native Area South Africa
Plant Type Cactus like succulent
Plant Type Cactus like succulent, flowering plant
Propagation By cuttings
Resistance Drought tolerant
Resistance Drought tolerant, deer resistant, pest resistant
Soil PH 6.5
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
Toxicity Safe for humans, safe for pets
Watering Needs Moderate

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05/05/2020
Jeff D.
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exceptional plant,exceptional store

a beautiful, healthy, reasonably mature plant for a very reasonable price- well done...you have a continued customer and supporter!

JH
06/02/2020
Josh H.
United States United States

Love Planet Desert

Great experience. Cactus was shipped fast and in great shape.

JK
07/02/2020
Janet K.
United States United States

Growing good!

It arrived packaged very carefully and as described. It has been growing a little faster than I expected, which is always good!

RS
09/16/2020
Robert S.
United States United States

Kudos to Planet Desert!!!

I received my order in a very timely manner and all the plants were packed well and in great condition. In just the short time I've had my plants they have acclimated to the space and light they have and are growing really well. Thanks Planet Desert- Robert

VH
10/19/2020
Vanessa H.
United States United States

Wonderful

Arrived in great condition!

Stapelia grandiflora

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Depending on the species and season, you will receive a very similar plant to the one in the picture. It may or may not be blooming at the time of your purchase.

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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
Dormancy Winter
Family Apocynaceae
Flower Color Yellow
Flower Color Yellow, brown, creamy, purple
Genus Stapelia
Growth Habit Clumpy
Growth Rate Fast
Hardiness Zone 9 11(USDA)
Mature Size 14 in. tall
Mature Size 14 in. tall, 8 in. wide
Native Area South Africa
Plant Type Cactus like succulent
Plant Type Cactus like succulent, flowering plant
Propagation By cuttings
Resistance Drought tolerant
Resistance Drought tolerant, deer resistant, pest resistant
Soil PH 6.5
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
Toxicity Safe for humans, safe for pets
Watering Needs Moderate

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JD
05/05/2020
Jeff D.
United States United States

exceptional plant,exceptional store

a beautiful, healthy, reasonably mature plant for a very reasonable price- well done...you have a continued customer and supporter!

JH
06/02/2020
Josh H.
United States United States

Love Planet Desert

Great experience. Cactus was shipped fast and in great shape.

JK
07/02/2020
Janet K.
United States United States

Growing good!

It arrived packaged very carefully and as described. It has been growing a little faster than I expected, which is always good!

RS
09/16/2020
Robert S.
United States United States

Kudos to Planet Desert!!!

I received my order in a very timely manner and all the plants were packed well and in great condition. In just the short time I've had my plants they have acclimated to the space and light they have and are growing really well. Thanks Planet Desert- Robert

VH
10/19/2020
Vanessa H.
United States United States

Wonderful

Arrived in great condition!

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