About
Stapelia revoluta is a compact, clump-forming succulent perennial producing erect, four-angled, fleshy stems and star-shaped flowers with reflexed, backward-rolled lobes in muted tones in summer. An easy-care and ornamental choice for a sunny container or dry garden.
About the genus
Staphylea are deciduous shrubs or small trees producing hanging clusters of bell- or cup-shaped, white, cream or pink flowers, followed by bladder-like, two- or three-lobed fruit
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectNorth-facing, West-facing, South-facing, East-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeShrubs
HabitBushy
FoliageDeciduous
Height4-8 metres
Spread4-8 metres
Time to full height10-20 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden
Native toC Europe
FragranceFlower
Care notes
CultivationEasy to grow in any moist, well-drained soil in sun or semi-shade
PruningPruning group 1 or pruning group 2
PropagationPropagate by seed sown in containers in a cold frame in autumn, or by softwood cuttings in early summer or semi-ripe cuttings in midsummer, both with bottom heat
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free