🌿 Stapelia schinzii
Stapelia schinzii
An unusual succulent with angular, toothed stems and large star-shaped flowers in deep maroon to purple, sometimes with a faint carrion scent to attract pollinators.
🌿 Perennial in South Florida
🌍 Native Origin: Southern Africa (Namibia, Botswana, South Africa)
☀️ Light: Bright, indirect light to full sun
💧 Water: Low; allow soil to dry completely between waterings
📏 Size: 6–10 in tall, spreading as a clump
🌸 Bloom Time: Summer to fall; bold star-shaped blooms with textured surfaces
🪴 Houseplant Use: Perfect for sunny windowsills, collector’s pots, or mixed succulent arrangements
💡 Casaplanta Tip: Pot in Coast of Maine Bar Harbor Blend with added sand or grit for fast drainage and root health