| Plant Habit: | Cactus/Succulent |
| Life cycle: | Perennial |
| Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Water Preferences: | Mesic Dry Mesic |
| Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 9b -3.9 °C (25 °F) to -1.1 °C (30 °F) |
| Plant Height: | 4-6 inches |
| Plant Spread: | 4-6 inches |
| Flowers: | Showy Malodorous |
| Flower Color: | Pink Other: Cream |
| Bloom Size: | 5"-6" |
| Flower Time: | Summer |
| Suitable Locations: | Xeriscapic |
| Resistances: | Humidity tolerant Drought tolerant |
| Toxicity: | Other: These plants belong to the milkweed family (Asclepidaceae) and may produce toxins that are irritating or harmful to people and pets. |
| Propagation: Seeds: | Other info: Seeds take about a year to ripen, but germinate rapidly after sowing. Fresh seeds usually germinate better. Sow seed in spring in a well-drained, light, sandy soil mixed with compost and cover with a thin layer of soil. Keep the temperature at 77-95°F, i |
| Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Stem Other: Cuttings should be taken during the active growing stage to ensure good rooting before the plants enter their dormant phase. Depending on the size of the cutting, cuttings can flower in their first year. Stapelias grow easily from cuttings as long as they |
| Pollinators: | Flies |
| Containers: | Suitable in 1 gallon Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |
