{"product_id":"stapelianthus-decaryi-syn-stapelianthus-pilosus-stapelia-starfish-flower-collection-no-76","title":"Stapelianthus decaryi (Syn. Stapelianthus pilosus) Stapelia Starfish Flower – Collection No. 76","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eStapelianthus decaryi\u003c\/em\u003e is an unusual Madagascan stapeliad with low, spreading stems covered in prominent pointed tubercles. The mottled green, grey and bronze stems develop stronger reddish colouring when grown in brighter light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts distinctive star-shaped flowers are cream with irregular reddish-purple markings, finely fringed margins and a deep maroon central tube. The flowers have a mild scent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Supplied\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive an established plant of \u003cem\u003eStapelianthus decaryi\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. Stapelianthus 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. Some direct light encourages compact growth and stronger stem colour, but protect from harsh summer afternoon sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water when the mix has dried during active growth. Keep much drier during winter and cool weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm-growing. Protect from frost, high winter humidity 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\u003eStapelianthus decaryi\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 76\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\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Madagascar\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cream with reddish-purple markings and a dark maroon centre\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Five-pointed star with finely fringed margins and a deep central tube\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 Low, spreading and clump-forming\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStem colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mottled green, grey, bronze and reddish tones\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":67771721810208,"sku":"S228","price":29.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0788\/6261\/4816\/files\/b86de6bf-0fe0-4255-8ac6-8a26bc315c15.jpg?v=1792020700","url":"https:\/\/collectorsonline.com.au\/products\/stapelianthus-decaryi-syn-stapelianthus-pilosus-stapelia-starfish-flower-collection-no-76","provider":"Collectors Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}