Stapelia grandiflora 2 Cuttings Starfish Carrion Plant Red Flower Succulent

Stapelia grandiflora, commonly known as the Starfish or Carrion Plant, is a striking succulent grown for its large, star-shaped red flowers. This unique plant is prized in succulent collections for its dramatic blooms and unusual texture.

It is a low-growing succulent that performs well in containers and warm climates.

🌱 What You’ll Receive

2 Cuttings
Fresh cuttings ready to grow

🌿 Plant Overview

Stapelia grandiflora is a succulent native to southern Africa. It produces thick, angular green stems and large, star-shaped flowers typically deep red to maroon in color. Though often called a cactus, it is actually a succulent in the Apocynaceae family.

It thrives in warm, dry conditions and is commonly grown as a container plant.

🌸 Characteristics

• Succulent with thick, upright stems
• Large red star-shaped flowers
• Low-growing, clumping habit
• Distinctive ornamental appearance

🌞 Sunlight

Full Sun to Bright Indirect Light

🌱 Soil

Prefers well-draining cactus or succulent soil

💧 Water

Low; allow soil to dry between watering

Common Name: Starfish Plant
Scientific Name: Stapelia grandiflora
Plant Type: Succulent
Life Cycle: Perennial
Flower Color: Red to Maroon
Sunlight: Full Sun to Bright Indirect Light
Soil: Well-draining, Cactus Mix
Water: Low
USDA Zone: 9–11