About

An ornamental Stapelianthus, with appealing garden presence. Attractive qualities offer reliable performance.

About the genus

Stapelianthus is a genus of succulent perennials with angular, leafless stems. The unusual, often star-shaped flowers, sometimes with an unpleasant scent, are borne along the stems and attract pollinating flies

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.

Care notes

CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.