star flower

How to Grow and Care for star flower

star flower · Orbea variegata
Also known as: aasblom; starfish cactus; toad cactus; carrion flower; variegated stapelia

Grow under glass in a standard cactus compost, in bright, filtered light, with low humidity. When in growth water moderately and feed every two or three weeks with a balanced liquid feed. Keep almost dry in the winter but water sparingly occasionally to prevent wrinkling

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Planting and Growing star flower

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Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
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Soil typeLoam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureWell drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks spring through summer growth
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Care Tips

Grow under glass in a standard cactus compost, in bright, filtered light, with low humidity. When in growth water moderately and feed every two or three weeks with a balanced liquid feed. Keep almost dry in the winter but water sparingly occasionally to prevent wrinkling

How to Water star flower?

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for star flower?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for star flower?

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What Soil Is Best for star flower?

Soil type
Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for star flower?

Well drained

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How to Fertilize star flower?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks spring through summer growth

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How to Prune star flower?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate star flower?

Propagate by seed sown at 19 - 24°C in early spring or by cuttings of stem sections after flowering

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How to Transplant star flower?

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How to Care for star flower in Winter?

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How to Plant star flower?

Grow under glass in a standard cactus compost, in bright, filtered light, with low humidity. When in growth water moderately and feed every two or three weeks with a balanced liquid feed. Keep almost dry in the winter but water sparingly occasionally to prevent wrinkling

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How to Repot star flower?

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How to Harvest star flower?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally disease free

Pests

May be attacked by mealybugs

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The Toxicity of star flower

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Attributes of star flower

Plant typeCactus Succulent · Conservatory Greenhouse · Houseplants
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
FoliageEvergreen
HabitClump forming
OriginSouthern Africa (Cape)

Scientific Classification

Species
Orbea variegata
Genus
Orbea
Family
Apocynaceae
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