{"product_id":"huernia-hystrix-stapelia-starfish-flower-collection-no-15","title":"Huernia hystrix Stapelia Starfish Flower – Collection No. 15","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHuernia hystrix\u003c\/em\u003e, commonly called the Porcupine Huernia, is a compact, clump-forming stapeliad with angular green stems that can develop attractive purple and pink tones under strong light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts unusual star-shaped flowers are patterned in cream and deep reddish-brown. The surface and margins are covered with prominent pointed growths, giving the flower its characteristic spiny appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Supplied\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive an established plant of \u003cem\u003eHuernia hystrix\u003c\/em\u003e growing in a 66 mm pot. The plant photographs show the current stock. The flower photograph shows the mature bloom for identification and reference. Plants are not necessarily supplied in flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Shipping Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThese plants are extremely brittle. Please purchase expecting the plant to move, come out of its pot or have some stems detach during transport.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough your plant will be dispatched in a pot, it should be treated as effectively bare-rooted during delivery. Huernia and related stapeliads have fleshy stems and relatively shallow root systems. Disturbed potting mix, a loose plant or detached stems can occur despite careful packing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease be prepared to reposition or repot the main plant and to pot any healthy stems that detach. Allow detached stems to dry and seal before placing them into a dry, free-draining succulent mix. Do not immediately water freshly detached stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a normal characteristic of these plants and does not generally affect their health. However, if your plant arrives crushed, soft, blackened or with extensive damage, please photograph it immediately and contact us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright filtered light or gentle morning sun. Protect from intense afternoon sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water when the mix has dried during active growth. Keep drier during winter and cold weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm-growing. Protect from frost and prolonged cold, wet conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedia:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a gritty, very free-draining succulent mix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertiliser:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a diluted, low-nitrogen fertiliser during active growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eHuernia hystrix\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Porcupine Huernia\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon group:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stapelia or Starfish Flower\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cream with deep reddish-brown patterning\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Five-pointed star with prominent pointed papillae\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmell rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mild\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact, upright and clump-forming\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStem colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green with pink to purple tones under strong light\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePot size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 66 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Lodge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67771663483168,"sku":"S227","price":24.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0788\/6261\/4816\/files\/6b8b01ca-8289-4739-94b7-325b23b672aa.jpg?v=1792020096","url":"https:\/\/collectorsonline.com.au\/products\/huernia-hystrix-stapelia-starfish-flower-collection-no-15","provider":"Collectors Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}