RHS Stapelia wilmanniae
A succulent, evergreen perennial to 30cm tall, forming a clump of upright to curving, 4-angled stems. In late summer, dark maroon, inflated flower buds are formed; these open into bell-shaped blooms 8cm across, emitting a foul smell to attract pollinating flies
0.1-0.5 metres
0.1-0.5 metres
| Season | Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit |
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Under glass, grow in a mix of equal parts of peat-free, loam-based potting compost and grit; top dress with grit. Provide full light with shade from hot sun, and low humidity. When in growth, water moderately and apply a low-nitrogen fertiliser monthly; water very sparingly at all other times
Propagate by seed, removal of rooted sections, or stem section cuttings (laid on their side to root)
No pruning required
May be susceptible to mealybugs
May be susceptible to stem and root rots in wet conditions