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Stapelia leendertziae

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A succulent, evergreen perennial to 30cm tall, forming a clump of upright to curving, 4-angled stems. In late summer, dark maroon, inflated flower buds are formed; these open into bell-shaped blooms 8cm across, emitting a foul smell to attract pollinating flies

Scientific classification

Species: Stapelia leendertziae (Stapelia leendertziae)
Genus: Stapelia
Family: Apocynaceae

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Toxicity: Houseplants · Cactus Succulent
Plant type: 0.1-0.5 metres
Height: 0.1-0.5 metres
Spread: Evergreen
Foliage: Tufted
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Full sun
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Stapelia leendertziae pictures

Distribution of Stapelia leendertziae

Distribution map

Plant distribution

Native
Introduced
Cultivated

Source：WCVP v16 · Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew · CC BY 3.0 · Boundaries：WGSRPD / TDWG

Culture

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of Stapelia leendertziae

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Stapelia leendertziae care guide

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging
Watering: Full sun
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Watering

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging

Fertilizing

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks spring through summer growth

Pruning

No pruning required

Propagation

Propagate by seed, removal of rooted sections, or stem section cuttings (laid on their side to root)

Growing

Under glass, grow in a mix of equal parts of loam-based potting compost and grit; top dress with grit. Provide full light with shade from hot sun, and low humidity. When in growth, water moderately and apply a low-nitrogen fertiliser monthly; water very sparingly at all other times

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