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Back to buying optionsEdithcolea grandis Live Plant – Persian Carpet Starfish Succulent – Rare Flowering Desert Plant – Rooted Cutting
Add a unique collector's succulent to your plant collection with Edithcolea grandis, commonly known as Persian Carpet or Starfish Cactus. This unusual succulent is admired for its fleshy stems and spectacular star-shaped flowers decorated with intricate speckled and patterned markings. The plant is a rooted cutting sourced from a grower in San Diego, California, and is described as well-established and healthy. It is shown in a 3.5-inch pot for size reference, but the pot is not included. The plant may or may not be blooming when shipped.
You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Edithcolea grandis plant
✔️ Rooted cutting
✔️ Shipped bare root or semi-bare root
✔️ No pot included
✔️ Approximately 3.5-inch pot shown for size reference only
✔️ Flowering is seasonal and not guaranteed at arrival
🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Persian Carpet, Starfish Cactus
Botanical Name: Edithcolea grandis
Plant Type: Tropical succulent perennial
Growth Stage: Rooted live plant
Sun Requirements: Bright light; gradually introduce to direct sunlight
Soil: Very well-draining cactus or succulent mix
Watering: Water sparingly during active growth; allow the growing medium to dry between waterings
Mature Height: Approximately 6–12 inches, depending on growing conditions
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 10–11
Container Friendly: Yes
💡 Care Tip: Grow in a warm location with plenty of bright light and excellent airflow. Use a gritty, fast-draining soil mix and avoid overwatering, especially during cool weather. Protect the plant from frost and prolonged cold. Handle carefully during repotting to avoid damaging its roots.
