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Stapelia leendertziae 5.5cm

Name: Stapelia leendertziae 5.5cm
Brand: Greenleaf Garden Center
SKU: Stapleendertzi5.5cm
Price: 2.5 EUR
Availability: InStock

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Succulent · Apocynaceae · Deep maroon bell-shaped flowers

Stapelialeendertziae

A flower that never goes unnoticed 🔔

Family: Apocynaceae · Pot diameter: 5.5 cm

Apocynaceae
Four-angled stems
Maroon bell flowers
Fly-pollination syndrome
South Africa & Eswatini

Stapelia leendertziae builds an unusual cluster of angular green stems with finely toothed edges, creating a form that feels both ancient and strikingly contemporary. Its matte surface and clean vertical repetition give the plant strong graphic character even before flowers appear. This is a succulent for collections seeking different textures, bold silhouettes and species with genuine theatrical presence.

The great reveal comes with spectacular bell-shaped flowers in deep burgundy and brown, their velvety surface creating remarkable depth. Suspended among the green stems, they resemble elaborate textile sculptures and produce a contrast that is difficult to forget. It is an authentically collectible plant for anyone who wants every flowering to feel like an event and every close look to uncover another layer of detail.

What makes it special

Three details that turn its botanical identity into genuine presence for a collection and interior or outdoor setting.

Velvet maroon bells

Flowers combine deep colour, a wrinkled surface and a pendant position unusual even within Stapelia.

Leafless sculpture

Four-angled stems photosynthesise and build a dense almost coral-like clump.

A genuine pollination story

A scent mimicking organic material attracts flies, turning flowering into a living lesson in ecology.

Why you will love it: it is not merely an unusual appearance but a complete experience, from the sculptural clump to the remarkable biology of its flower.

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

In your space

Where it looks its best

Provide a very bright position with morning or late-afternoon sun and excellent airflow. A low pot allows pendant flowers to remain visible and clear of damp surfaces. During flowering it can temporarily move to a sheltered outdoor position if the scent is unwelcome indoors.

Plant pairings

Plants that bring out its character

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

Kleinia stapeliiformis — similar linear form from a completely different family.
Euphorbia susannae — a low green clump with clean geometry.
Aloe somaliensis — a spotted rosette as a sharp contrast to soft stems.

Care at a glance

Light

Very bright filtered light with a few hours of gentle direct sun.

Water

Deep watering in growth only after complete drying; much less in winter.

Climate

Warmth and airflow in growth, protection below about 10°C and from cold damp.

Pets & children

Not a food plant; sap may irritate sensitive skin and ingestion should be prevented.

Selected for this plant

Substrate & nutrition

Suitable substrateSybasoil Cacti & Succulent Premium Mix 5ltView product

Suitable nutritionCactus&Succulent focus 100mlView product

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

Light and position

Strong light keeps stems thick and supports flowering. Scorching midday sun behind glass can burn them, so acclimate and ventilate.

Watering correctly

Water thoroughly while the plant is active and the mix is completely dry, then allow full drainage. During winter rest give minimal water only if stems wrinkle severely.

Air and humidity

Air movement is critical after watering and around the base. Avoid high humidity, misting and crowding among other plants.

Temperature and seasonal rhythm

Main growth and flowering usually occur during the warm season. Keep it bright, cool and much drier in winter.

Substrate

Use a very open mix with a high proportion of pumice or perlite and do not bury stem bases deeply.

Feeding, repotting and handling

Feed lightly and sparingly while new stems are growing. Overfeeding produces soft vulnerable growth.

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

Accepted Stapelia leendertziae

Kew accepts the species in Apocynaceae, subfamily Asclepiadoideae. The former family name Asclepiadaceae remains common in cultivation but is not the modern family placement.

South Africa and Eswatini

The native range extends from Gauteng and the Northern Provinces to KwaZulu-Natal and Eswatini in subtropical regions.

A wild species, not a cultivar

The name represents a wild species identity. Stapelia wilmaniae is listed as a synonym; there is no breeder or cultivar introduction year.

From natural habitat to care: Succulent stems and seasonal flowering reflect life in bright subtropical environments with dry intervals. In a pot it needs a warm active season, rapid drainage and much drier roots as temperatures fall.

Greenleaf for Plant NerdsScientific details nobody asked forBotanical detail for anyone who wants to understand the science behind the plant

Sapromyiophily mimics decay

Colour, scent and hairs attract flies that move pollen between flowers.

Stems perform photosynthesis

Leaves are reduced and the green four-angled body handles water storage and sugar production.

Flowers hang downward

The pendant position is characteristic and helps maintain the scent signal around the flower.

Fruits are paired follicles

Successful pollination may produce elongated follicles containing seeds with silky tufts.

Frequently asked questions

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

01How much direct sun can it take?

Strong light keeps stems thick and supports flowering. Scorching midday sun behind glass can burn them, so acclimate and ventilate.

02When exactly should it be watered?

Water thoroughly while the plant is active and the mix is completely dry, then allow full drainage. During winter rest give minimal water only if stems wrinkle severely.

03Does it always smell?

No. The characteristic scent is mainly associated with open flowers and varies with temperature, time of day and individual plant.

04Why is it not flowering?

It usually needs greater maturity, stronger light and a clear seasonal difference between warm active growth and a drier winter.

05What substrate and feeding does it need?

Use a very open mix with a high proportion of pumice or perlite and do not bury stem bases deeply. Feed lightly and sparingly while new stems are growing. Overfeeding produces soft vulnerable growth.

06Is it safe around pets and children?

Not a food plant; sap may irritate sensitive skin and ingestion should be prevented.

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Stapelia leendertziae 5.5cm

Stapelia leendertziae 5.5cm

Stapelialeendertziae

What makes it special

Velvet maroon bells

Leafless sculpture

A genuine pollination story

Where it looks its best

Plants that bring out its character

Care at a glance

Light

Water

Climate

Pets & children

Substrate & nutrition

Light and position

Watering correctly

Air and humidity

Temperature and seasonal rhythm

Substrate

Feeding, repotting and handling

Accepted Stapelia leendertziae

South Africa and Eswatini

A wild species, not a cultivar

Sapromyiophily mimics decay

Stems perform photosynthesis

Flowers hang downward

Fruits are paired follicles

Frequently asked questions

Stapelia leendertziae 5.5cm — Care & Tips

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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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