Stapelia

Stapelia is a genus of African low-growing, spineless, stem succulent plants that are usually hairy and emit a pungent odor that attracts flies for pollination. But they more than makeup for the smell with their uniquely colored and fascinating starfish-shaped flowers that can reach up to 16” in diameter when they pop out of balloon-like buds in late Summer to Fall! These striking, low-water succulent plants are evergreen, drought-tolerant, and deer-resistant! Making great plants for containers, hanging baskets, and as houseplants, Stapelia plants thrive in well-drained soil in sun with mostly low water. Known by their common name ‘Carrion Flower,’ and ‘African starfish flower’,  Stapelia succulents are definitely bloom worthy! Shop Annie’s Stapelia here!