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Stapelia gigantea

Stapelia gigantea
Stapelia gigantea
Reuse aasblom
Succulent
Stapelia gigantea is a very variable species with the largest flowers in the genus ranging from 100-400 mm in diameter with robust stems that may reach a height of 300 mm. The pungent smell attracts flies, which pollinate the flowers.

Stapelia gigantea is a very variable species with the largest flowers in the genus ranging from 100-400 mm in diameter with robust stems that may reach a height of 300 mm.  The  pungent smell that is fairly local  attracts flies, which pollinate the flowers. It prefers semi-shade.

Stapelia gigantea is an excellent succulent for a  rockery, but also makes an unusual container plant. Plant in rich, porous, well-drained soil and water sparingly.

Giant carrion flower
Hardy
Semi shade
Water wise
Evergreen
Fast
All year
Mauve
Spreading
Loam
<30cm
Gauteng, Free State, Karoo
Rocky outcrops, Grassland
Yes
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