Orbea variegata is commonly known as Starfish Plant, Carrion Plant, or Starfish Cactus. It is native to South Africa and belongs to the Asclepiadaceae family. The Stapelia Orbea variegata grows erect, branching above ground and forming clumps, reaching a height of 10 cm. The flower of this plant is starfish-shaped, greenish-yellow with brown patches or blotches. It flowers in late summer or autumn. The plant is mildly frost-hardy and grows at a fast pace when exposed to the right conditions. This summer-dormant plant needs light shade to full sun for impressive growth.
Growth Rate
The Starfish succulent is fast-growing.
Flowering
The Starfish plant flowers are starfish-like, greenish-yellow in color with brown patches, growing between late summer and autumn.
Watering
An essential aspect of Carrion plant care is that it does not require frequent watering. It is drought-tolerant and during the dormant season, depends on the water stored in the thick succulent stems.
Soil
Another aspect of Orbea variegata care is that the succulent requires excellent drainage. Ensure that the substrate is rich in nutrients and organic matter. It should be a sandy mix with potting soil and washed river sand.
Hardiness
The hardiness zone of the Orbea variegata starfish plant is 9a to 11b. It is mildly frost-hardy.
Light
Stapelia Orbea variegata succulent needs light shade to full sun for the best growth.
Propagation
The ideal way of Orbea variegata propagation is through seeds and cuttings.
Orbea variegata is a non-toxic plant and is an interesting addition to your collection. Check it out now!
Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz
Bloom Season
Flower Color
Growth Rate
Hardiness Zone
Mature Size
Resistance
Sun Exposure
| Bloom Season | Julyseptember |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Stapelia orbea variegata |
| Common Name | Starfish plant |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Flower Color | White/yellow speckled with marroon |
| Genus | Stapelia |
| Growth Habit | Trailing, hanging |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Hardiness Zone | 9b to 11b |
| Mature Size | 4 inches |
| Native Area | South africa |
| Resistance | 4°c |
| Sun Exposure | Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun) |
Growers Quick Reference Guide - Key Features
| Bloom Season | Julyseptember |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Stapelia orbea variegata |
| Common Name | Starfish plant |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Flower Color | White/yellow speckled with marroon |
| Genus | Stapelia |
| Growth Habit | Trailing, hanging |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Hardiness Zone | 9b to 11b |
| Mature Size | 4 inches |
| Native Area | South africa |
| Resistance | 4°c |
| Sun Exposure | Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun) |
- Description
- Key Plant Features
Orbea variegata is commonly known as Starfish Plant, Carrion Plant, or Starfish Cactus. It is native to South Africa and belongs to the Asclepiadaceae family. The Stapelia Orbea variegata grows erect, branching above ground and forming clumps, reaching a height of 10 cm. The flower of this plant is starfish-shaped, greenish-yellow with brown patches or blotches. It flowers in late summer or autumn. The plant is mildly frost-hardy and grows at a fast pace when exposed to the right conditions. This summer-dormant plant needs light shade to full sun for impressive growth.
Growth Rate
The Starfish succulent is fast-growing.
Flowering
The Starfish plant flowers are starfish-like, greenish-yellow in color with brown patches, growing between late summer and autumn.
Watering
An essential aspect of Carrion plant care is that it does not require frequent watering. It is drought-tolerant and during the dormant season, depends on the water stored in the thick succulent stems.
Soil
Another aspect of Orbea variegata care is that the succulent requires excellent drainage. Ensure that the substrate is rich in nutrients and organic matter. It should be a sandy mix with potting soil and washed river sand.
Hardiness
The hardiness zone of the Orbea variegata starfish plant is 9a to 11b. It is mildly frost-hardy.
Light
Stapelia Orbea variegata succulent needs light shade to full sun for the best growth.
Propagation
The ideal way of Orbea variegata propagation is through seeds and cuttings.
Orbea variegata is a non-toxic plant and is an interesting addition to your collection. Check it out now!
Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz
Bloom Season
Flower Color
Growth Rate
Hardiness Zone
Mature Size
Resistance
Sun Exposure
| Bloom Season | Julyseptember |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Stapelia orbea variegata |
| Common Name | Starfish plant |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Flower Color | White/yellow speckled with marroon |
| Genus | Stapelia |
| Growth Habit | Trailing, hanging |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Hardiness Zone | 9b to 11b |
| Mature Size | 4 inches |
| Native Area | South africa |
| Resistance | 4°c |
| Sun Exposure | Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun) |
Growers Quick Reference Guide - Key Features
| Bloom Season | Julyseptember |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Stapelia orbea variegata |
| Common Name | Starfish plant |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Flower Color | White/yellow speckled with marroon |
| Genus | Stapelia |
| Growth Habit | Trailing, hanging |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Hardiness Zone | 9b to 11b |
| Mature Size | 4 inches |
| Native Area | South africa |
| Resistance | 4°c |
| Sun Exposure | Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun) |
