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Stapelia grandiflora var. grandiflora 10.5cm

Name: Stapelia grandiflora var. grandiflora 10.5cm
Brand: Greenleaf Garden Center
SKU: Stapeldesmet10.5cm
Price: 10.0 EUR
Availability: OutOfStock

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Succulent · Apocynaceae · Star-shaped flowering

Stapelia grandiflora var. grandiflora

If “dry completely” is your style, you are a perfect match 💧

Family: Apocynaceae · Pot diameter: 10.5 cm

Apocynaceae
Four-angled stems
Large star-shaped flowers
Low cluster
Unusual pollination

Stapelia grandiflora var. grandiflora, also traded as Stapelia desmetiana, is a sculptural succulent with four-angled toothed stems rising in a dense low cluster. Its strict green architecture takes an unexpectedly theatrical turn when large star-shaped flowers appear, carrying a velvety surface and deep burgundy colouring. The contrast between restrained stems and extravagant bloom is extraordinary.

That contrast makes it a genuine conversation piece and a compelling choice for a collection interested in unusual forms and pollination stories beyond conventional flowers. Even when not in bloom, the rhythmic angular cluster maintains strong decorative presence and develops attractively through fresh stems. It is memorable, botanically distinctive and ideal for anyone who appreciates the stranger, more dramatic side of succulent diversity.

What makes it stand out

Three defining details that turn its botanical identity into real presence for a collection and interior.

Angular stems

Four-sided succulent columns create a low cluster with clear architectural rhythm.

Theatrical star-shaped flower

The large velvety corolla unfolds in deep burgundy tones.

An unusual pollination story

The flower mimics odours and colours that attract flies as natural pollinators.

Why you’ll love it: it transforms from a strict green cluster into one of the most spectacular and unusual flowers among succulents.

In your spacePlacement & plant pairingsWhere it looks best and which plants complement it

In your space

Where it looks its best

Place it in low terracotta with room around the stems and easy access for observing buds. During flowering, an airy outdoor position is more practical.

Plant pairings

Plants that complement it

Pair it with plants that genuinely share its light, substrate and seasonal rhythm. Separate pots keep care precise for each one.

Huernia zebrina — smaller ringed flowers and similar stem architecture.
Orbea variegata — bold patterning for a stapeliad collection.
Euphorbia obesa — rigid spherical geometry against the branching cluster.

Care at a glance

Light

Very bright exposure with gentle morning or late-afternoon sun and protection from scorching.

Watering

Water after complete drying in growth; keep almost dry during cool rest.

Airflow

A warm, exceptionally airy position protected from frost and cold dampness.

Pets & children

Not intended for consumption; keep away from children and animals.

For this plant

Substrate & nutrition

Suitable substrateSybasoil Cacti & Succulent Premium Mix 5ltView product

Suitable feedCactus&Succulent focus 100mlView product

Detailed careComplete care guideLight, drying cycle, climate, substrate and feeding in detail

Light and position

Provide very bright exposure and gentle direct sun after acclimation. Fierce midday rays may redden excessively or scar the stems.

Correct watering

Water deeply only after the mix has dried completely. Reduce gradually from autumn and keep almost dry during cool rest.

Airflow and humidity

Strong airflow is essential around the succulent bases. Leave no water between stems and remove soft tissue immediately.

Temperature and seasonal rhythm

It grows in warm conditions and must be protected from frost. Cool nights are safe only with a dry mix.

Substrate

Use an exceptionally porous mix with a high mineral fraction and a low pot with a generous drainage hole.

Feeding, repotting and handling

Apply dilute, low-nitrogen feed while new stems are forming. Repot as growth begins and allow every cut to heal dry.

Botanical identityIdentity & natural originAccepted name, taxonomic history and natural or cultivated provenance

The accepted name

Stapelia desmetiana is treated as a synonym of the accepted Stapelia grandiflora var. grandiflora. The trade name remains in the original product title.

Southern African origin

The accepted variety occurs naturally in southern Africa in dry and semi-arid regions.

Sheltered microsites

Clusters grow in stony places, often among low vegetation where airflow is strong and drainage rapid.

From natural habitat to care: Stony, airy microsites explain the exceptionally porous mix, complete drying and protection of the stem bases from stagnant moisture.

Greenleaf for Plant NerdsScientific facts nobody asked forBotanical detail for anyone who wants to know what lies behind the plant’s appearance

A flower using scent mimicry

Volatile compounds imitate decaying material and attract flies that carry pollen.

Pollinia rather than loose pollen

Pollen is organised into compact masses transferred as units, characteristic of Asclepiadoideae.

Photosynthetic stems

Green succulent stems functionally replace leaves and store water.

Clumping growth

New stems arise from the base and gradually create a broader colony.

Frequently asked questions

Useful answers about light, watering, seasonal rhythm and the plant’s correct identity.

01Is Stapelia desmetiana the correct name?

It is a synonym. The accepted identity is Stapelia grandiflora var. grandiflora.

02Does the flower smell?

Yes, it may produce a strong scent that attracts flies as part of natural pollination.

03Why is the base soft?

Soft dark tissue usually indicates moisture-related rot. Isolate healthy tissue and inspect the roots.

04When should it be watered?

During active warmth, only after the mix has dried completely. Very rarely in winter.

05Can a small plant flower?

Flowering depends on maturity and stable conditions; a healthy cluster has a greater chance.

06Is it safe if ingested?

It is not intended for consumption and should remain out of reach of children and animals.

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Stapelia grandiflora var. grandiflora 10.5cm

Stapelia grandiflora var. grandiflora 10.5cm

Stapelia grandiflora var. grandiflora

What makes it stand out

Angular stems

Theatrical star-shaped flower

An unusual pollination story

Where it looks its best

Plants that complement it

Care at a glance

Light

Watering

Airflow

Pets & children

Substrate & nutrition

Light and position

Correct watering

Airflow and humidity

Temperature and seasonal rhythm

Substrate

Feeding, repotting and handling

The accepted name

Southern African origin

Sheltered microsites

A flower using scent mimicry

Pollinia rather than loose pollen

Photosynthetic stems

Clumping growth

Frequently asked questions

Stapelia grandiflora var. grandiflora 10.5cm — 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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