About
Stapelia hirsuta is a compact, clump-forming succulent perennial producing erect, four-angled, fleshy, softly hairy stems and large, star-shaped, hairy flowers with brownish-purple and yellow striping in summer. An ornamental choice for a sunny windowsill, container, or dry garden.
About the genus
Stapelia are succulent perennials with erect, angled, toothed fleshy stems and showy, star-shaped flowers usually unpleasantly scented, in summer
Plant details
Suggested usesContainers, rock gardens, dry gardens.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in gritty compost. Full sun.
PruningMinimal pruning. Remove dead leaves.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.