Giant Starfish Flower Plant - Live Rooted Stapelia gigantea - Unique Carrion Flower from Texas
Introducing the Stapelia gigantea, also known as the Giant Starfish Flower or Giant Carrion Plant. This unique live rooted plant features striking star-shaped flowers that can reach up to 12 inches in diameter. When you purchase this plant, you'll receive a healthy rooted specimen ready to thrive in your garden or indoor space.
- Unique starfish-shaped blooms that attract attention
- Fascinating addition to any succulent collection
- Low-maintenance and drought-resistant
- Ideal for indoor or outdoor settings
- Perfect for beginner and experienced gardeners alike
- Attracts pollinators like flies, thanks to its unique scent
Common Name: Giant Starfish Flower
Scientific Name: Stapelia gigantea
Family: Apocynaceae
Native Range: South Africa
Sunlight: Prefers bright, indirect sunlight; can tolerate some direct sun
Watering: Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings; water sparingly
Soil: Well-draining cactus or succulent mix
Hardiness Zones: 9-11
Growth Habit: Succulent perennial with a clumping growth form, typically reaching 12-18 inches in height
Format: Live rooted plant, shipped in a pot with soil