Giant Starfish Flower

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Stapelia gigantea Rare and unusual succulent with enormous (8-10") bizarre flowers that resemble starfish. Blooms are a flesh colour, with dark patterning, and have a faint smell o f carrion. Short, velvety, cactus-like stems. Care: Light: Bright with as much direct sun as possible (west or south window). Water: Water deeply once the soil has completely dried out in spring and summer. Water lightly only if the stems begin to shrivel in winter. Fertilizer: Use an all-purpose fertilizer such as Schultz Indoor Plant Food (10-15-10) up to twice monthly in spring and summer. Other tips: Grows best in an undersized pot. Use sharply-drained potting mix; we recommend Pro-Mix Cactus & Succulent Mix with extra perlite and small Orchiata added. This plant rots very easily when overwatered. *Please note we do not ship live plants. All plants must be picked up in-store or curbside. Show more