Stapelia hirsuta

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Taxonomy: Family: Apocynaceae · Genus: Stapelia

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How it thrives

Partly general data for the genus Stapelia

Waterlow

Lightbright indirect

Humiditylowgeneral genus data

Min. temperature10 °C

Dry winter rest · general genus dataDifficulty: ●●○○○ · general genus data✓ Not known to be toxic · general genus data

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Stapelia tip: Its starfish flowers smell of carrion to attract flies – best kept on a balcony.

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Stapelia hirsuta – what to know

Stapelia hirsuta – family: Apocynaceae, genus: Stapelia. Care guidelines: light: bright indirect; water: low; min. 10 °C. There is no reliable data on its effect on cats and dogs.

All Stapelia species in the catalog →Detailed toxicity data →

Frequently asked questions

How often should I water Stapelia hirsuta?

Sparingly: let the soil dry out completely between waterings, and water even less in winter.

How much light does Stapelia hirsuta need?

It likes bright but indirect light, such as near an east- or west-facing window.

How cold can Stapelia hirsuta get?

Keep it above 10 °C – it is frost-tender and needs a frost-free spot in winter.

Is Stapelia hirsuta toxic to cats and dogs?

There is no reliable data on its effect on cats and dogs.

When does Stapelia hirsuta flower?

According to the general guideline for the genus Stapelia: Typical flowering time: July, August, September, October.

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