Stapelia Schinzii

Stapelia schinzii
Common Name: Carrion Flower

Stapelia schinzii is a South African succulent with thick, four-angled stems that form low-growing clumps. Mature plants produce maroon, star-shaped flowers with finely fringed petals. Like other stapeliads, the flowers emit a carrion-like scent to attract their natural pollinators.

☀ Light: Med light or morning sun

💧 Water: Water when soil is completely dry

🌡 Cold: Protect below 50°F

✨ Highlights

• Maroon, star-shaped flowers

• Finely fringed petals

• Clumping four-angled stems

• Native to southern Africa

This cactus will ship bare root and will be ready to place directly in a well draining soil mix like our Custom Cactus Mix.

Photos in the listings unless otherwise specified are representative of the plant that will be sent to you.
However, Plants grow differently and each plant may vary slightly in shape, size, growth pattern, etc.
Of course, if you receive a plant that you are dissatisfied with please reach out to us. We want to make it right!

If temperatures near you are below 45℉ we highly recommend adding a Heat Pack to your order.
If temperatures where you live will be much lower than 20℉ even heat packs may not work. You may consider waiting until things warm up a bit. We know you love your plants just like we do and we wouldn't want any of them to freeze.