{"product_id":"huernia-penzigii-starfish-flower-no-24-66mm","title":"Huernia penzigii (Huernia macrocarpa) Stapelia Starfish Flower – Collection No. 24","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHuernia penzigii\u003c\/em\u003e is a distinctive collectable succulent producing richly coloured, star-shaped flowers. The blooms are deep burgundy to near-black, with a heavily textured surface, pointed lobes and a dark central cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis plant develops spreading clusters of angular, fleshy stems. Their colour can vary from green to bronze, purple or burgundy depending on light levels, temperature and growing conditions. The unusual flowers emerge close to the stems and have a mild carrion-like scent intended to attract pollinating insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis plant is commonly grown and sold as \u003cem\u003eHuernia penzigii\u003c\/em\u003e. Botanically, that name is now treated as a synonym of \u003cem\u003eHuernia macrocarpa\u003c\/em\u003e.\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. Stapelia and related plants have fleshy stems that separate very easily, so disturbed potting mix, a loose plant or some broken 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\u003ePlant Supplied\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive an established plant of \u003cem\u003eHuernia penzigii\u003c\/em\u003e growing in a 66 mm nursery pot. The photographs of the potted plant show the general size and presentation offered. Individual plants will vary naturally in stem number, shape and colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe flower photograph shows the mature bloom for identification and reference. Plants are not necessarily supplied in flower.\u003c\/p\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 macrocarpa\u003c\/em\u003e, commonly sold as \u003cem\u003eHuernia penzigii\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24\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 Deep burgundy to near-black\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Five-pointed, densely textured bloom with a dark central cup\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 Branching, spreading and clump-forming\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStem colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green to bronze, purple or burgundy depending on conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePot size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 66 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water thoroughly, then allow the growing mix to dry before watering again\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep considerably drier during cool weather\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotting mix:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a very free-draining succulent mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protect from frost and prolonged cold, wet conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a diluted succulent fertiliser during active growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid leaving the plant continually wet, particularly during cold weather. Good drainage and airflow are important for preventing stem and root rot.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Collectors Online","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52373947154720,"sku":"S221","price":19.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0788\/6261\/4816\/files\/2fe7501f-4eda-463e-8fc2-f17493c80617.jpg?v=1789702375","url":"https:\/\/collectorsonline.com.au\/products\/huernia-penzigii-starfish-flower-no-24-66mm","provider":"Collectors Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}