{"product_id":"kaempe-ordensstjerne-stapelia-gigantea-plante","title":"Zulu Giant (Stapelia gigantea) | plant","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eStapelia gigantea\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kæmpe ordensstjerne\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zulu giant, carrion plant, toad plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"352\" data-end=\"635\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"352\" data-end=\"373\"\u003eStapelia gigantea\u003c\/em\u003e (Zulu giant) is a spectacular succulent from southern Africa, known for its enormous star-shaped flowers. It belongs to the Apocynaceae family and is related to several other “carrion flowers” famous for their bizarre and dramatic blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAppearance and growth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"665\" data-end=\"1116\"\u003eThe plant consists of fleshy, green, four-sided stems that resemble small cacti, but without thorns. When the plant blooms, it develops gigantic flowers up to 30–40 cm in diameter – among the largest in the plant kingdom. The flowers are star-shaped, covered in fine hairs, and marked with beautiful yellow and reddish veins. To attract pollinators, the flowers emit a distinctive odor reminiscent of rotting meat – a typical strategy in this plant family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003eUsage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1384\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1158\"\u003eStapelia gigantea\u003c\/em\u003e is primarily grown as an ornamental plant for its unique shape and spectacular flowering. It is a popular collector's plant among succulent and cactus enthusiasts, and it is also well-suited as a conversation piece in any exotic plant collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1413\"\u003eCultivation and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1416\" data-end=\"1514\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1416\" data-end=\"1424\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers full sun to partial shade. The more light, the more vigorous the growth and flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1517\" data-end=\"1601\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1517\" data-end=\"1532\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives best in warm temperatures (20–30 °C). Cannot tolerate frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1604\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1604\" data-end=\"1613\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, sandy \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/kaktus-og-sukkulent-mix-5-l\" title=\"Kaktus og sukkulentjord\"\u003ecactus soil\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1758\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1660\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water sparingly – let the soil dry out well between waterings. Reduce watering significantly in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1761\" data-end=\"1848\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1761\" data-end=\"1773\"\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/okologisk-godning-kaktus\" title=\"Økologisk kaktus gødning\"\u003ecactus\/succulent fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e during the growing season to support flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1851\" data-end=\"1949\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1851\" data-end=\"1868\"\u003eOverwintering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Should be kept in a bright, cool place (minimum 10 °C) during the winter months with minimal watering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1951\" data-end=\"2190\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1951\" data-end=\"1972\"\u003eStapelia gigantea\u003c\/em\u003e is an unforgettable plant with a dramatic appearance and some of the largest flowers one can experience on a succulent. Perfect for the curious collector who wants an exotic and conversation-starting plant in their collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1951\" data-end=\"2190\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/kampe-ordensstjerne-stapelia-gigantea-fro-10-stk?\" title=\"Kæmpe ordensstjerne (Stapelia gigantea) | frø\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Also available as seeds\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e The pictures are intended as examples of the plant and do not necessarily represent the exact plant being purchased.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Cutting (approx. 5 cm)","offer_id":54455448895756,"sku":null,"price":13.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Small (approx. 10 cm)","offer_id":54455448928524,"sku":null,"price":22.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Stapeliagigantea_bb0a3525-23ff-4113-a4ab-9292eafc58d5.jpg?v=1756823453","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.eu\/en\/products\/kaempe-ordensstjerne-stapelia-gigantea-plante","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}