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Huernia schneideriana 'Red Predator' 8.5cm

Name: Huernia schneideriana 'Red Predator' 8.5cm
Brand: Greenleaf Garden Center
SKU: HuernRedPredat8.5cmC4
Price: 8.0 EUR
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Huernia schneideriana ‘Red Predator’ — Huernia

Family: Asclepiadaceae • Pot diameter: 8.5 cm • Height: ~15 cm

Little water, lots of charm. 💘

‘Red Predator’ is a collector huernia with starfish blooms in deep burgundy and toothed, fleshy stems. It wants very bright light, minimal water and excellent drainage — a modern, architectural accent for shelves and mini succulent combos.

Asclepiadaceae Evergreen succulent Very bright indirect Easy — low water Slow growth

Light

🌞 Lots of light

strong indirect; avoid harsh midday sun

Water

💧 Sparse

let mix dry out completely

Substrate

🪨 Cactus mix

very free-draining

Temperature

🌡️ >10°C

protect from cold

What makes it special

⭐ Deep red, star-shaped flower with a ringed throat.
🧱 Sculptural, toothed stems add architectural texture.
🪴 Ultra–low water; perfect for mini pots, shelves and terracotta.

Best uses

🏡 Bright sills/desks with filtered light.
🧩 Succulent mixes with Haworthia, dwarf Euphorbia.
🪨 Minimal look with a top dressing of grit/pumice.

Where to place it

Very bright light (south/east windows with a sheer). Water only when the mix is bone dry; even less in winter. Use a cactus/succulent blend with added perlite/pumice. A pot with large holes — narrow and deep works well.

Plants it pairs with

Gasteria, Haworthia — complementary textures/low water needs.
Dwarf Echeveria for colour contrast.
Stones/gravel for a xeric aesthetic and less evaporation.

Variety origin click to read

Species context: Genus Huernia — southern African stapeliads with starry blooms and CAM metabolism.

Selection focus: Compact, multi-stem habit with deep red flower tones.

‘Red Predator’ profile: Dark burgundy flowers with a ringed/striped throat; blooms late summer–autumn on mature plants.

Phenology: Flowers in warm seasons with strong light; stems blush red under intense light.

Cultivation behaviour: Thrives in high light, very sparse watering and sharply draining media; winter rest with minimal water.

Propagation: Stem cuttings after 2–3 days callusing; root easily in dry mix.

1) Potting mix: Cactus mix + perlite/pumice; pot with large drainage holes.

2) Watering: Only when fully dry; in winter every 4–6 weeks.

3) Light/Temp: Very bright indirect; protect below ~10°C.

🔎 Item	Info
🌿 Scientific name	Huernia schneideriana ‘Red Predator’
🪴 Pot/Size	8.5 cm • height ~15 cm
☀️ Light	Very bright indirect; tolerates gentle morning sun
💧 Water	Sparse — allow the mix to dry out completely between waterings
🧪 Substrate	Cactus/succulent mix, very free-draining
🌼 Flowering	Late summer–autumn (on mature plants)
🌡️ Temperature	Ideally 15–28°C • Protect < 10°C
☠️ Toxicity	Non-toxic (stems have small “teeth”)

💡 Tip: Wrinkled stems = time to water. If they’re plump, wait a bit longer.

🤔 Did you know? Stapeliad flowers often mimic textures/scents to attract flies — indoors any scent is usually faint and short-lived.

Why you’ll love it info

⭐ Starfish blooms in deep red — crisp contrast.
🪴 Low maintenance: minimal water, maximum effect.
🎯 Compact size for shelves, mini scapes, office.

🧠 Greenleaf for nerds — scientific tidbits nobody asked for geek

🌵 CAM metabolism — waterings stay sparse, especially in winter.
🪨 Mix: 2 parts cactus blend, 1 perlite, 1 pumice.
☀️ Light: 12–14 h very bright indirect (gentle morning sun ok).
✂️ Cuttings after 2–3 days of callus; plant “dry”.

How much light does it need? light

Very bright indirect light; tolerates gentle morning sun. Avoid harsh midday sun.

How often do I water? watering

Only when the mix is completely dry. In winter ~every 4–6 weeks; in summer water sparingly but deeply.

What soil does it prefer? soil

Very free-draining cactus/succulent mix with perlite/pumice. Pot with large drainage holes.

Do the flowers smell? flower

Possibly faintly; indoors it’s usually mild and short-lived.

🔎 Note: Due to natural plant variability, the plant you receive may differ slightly from the photo. Form, size or colouring depend on season, growing conditions and the nature of each plant.

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Huernia schneideriana 'Red Predator' 8.5cm

Huernia schneideriana 'Red Predator' 8.5cm

Huernia schneideriana ‘Red Predator’ — Huernia

Light

Water

Substrate

Temperature

What makes it special

Best uses

Where to place it

Plants it pairs with

Huernia schneideriana 'Red Predator' 8.5cm Care & Tips

We take care of the packaging!

With specially designed boxes, we ensure that the plants will reach you intact, no matter what they encounter on the way!

All plants in 3L pots or larger are placed in individual boxes that secure the plant at the base of the pot, preventing it from tipping over.

The cardboard used for the boxes is specially made to provide resistance to potential impacts during transport.

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