{"product_id":"ordensstjerne-stapelia-variegata-plante","title":"Starfish flower (Stapelia variegata) | plant","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"203\"\u003eStapelia variegata\u003c\/em\u003e (syn. \u003cem data-start=\"210\" data-end=\"227\"\u003eOrbea variegata\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ordensstjerne, ådselsblomst\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Starfish flower, carrion flower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"fb7490e1-2900-4971-a72e-7f7001c7e2be\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"334\" data-end=\"687\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"334\" data-end=\"354\"\u003eStapelia variegata\u003c\/em\u003e, also known as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"388\"\u003estarfish flower\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a fascinating succulent from southern Africa. It is known for its distinctive star-shaped flowers with beautiful patterns in yellow, brownish, and purple hues. The plant belongs to the Apocynaceae family and is related to other spectacular “carrion flowers” such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/kaempe-ordensstjerne-stapelia-gigantea-plante?\" title=\"Kæmpe ordensstjerne (Stapelia gigantea) | plante\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"665\" data-end=\"684\"\u003eStapelia gigantea\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"689\" data-end=\"826\"\u003eThis species is particularly popular among succulent and cactus collectors, as it combines a compact appearance with a very distinctive bloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1wmk04f\" data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"855\"\u003eAppearance and growth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"1123\"\u003eThe starfish flower forms low mounds of fleshy, square-shaped stems that resemble small cacti, but without thorns. The stems are green and can take on reddish tones in bright light. The plant typically reaches 10–20 cm in height, but it can spread to form beautiful, dense clusters over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1125\" data-end=\"1342\"\u003eThe flowers are flat and star-shaped with a decorative pattern reminiscent of a starfish. They emit a short-lived scent that resembles rotting meat, which attracts flies that act as pollinators in nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1pcnmkv\" data-start=\"1344\" data-end=\"1364\"\u003eUsage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1365\" data-end=\"1565\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1365\" data-end=\"1385\"\u003eStapelia variegata\u003c\/em\u003e is primarily grown as an ornamental plant. It is ideal for succulent collections, pots, and windowsills, and also works well as a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/collections\/terrarieplanter\"\u003eterrarium plant \u003c\/a\u003ein dry terrarium setups or in greenhouses with plenty of light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"96lsmq\" data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1594\"\u003eCultivation and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1597\" data-end=\"1699\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1597\" data-end=\"1605\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives best in a bright environment with plenty of indirect sun. Can tolerate direct sun in moderate amounts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1702\" data-end=\"1787\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1702\" data-end=\"1717\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers warm temperatures between 18–30 °C and does not tolerate frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1790\" data-end=\"1860\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1790\" data-end=\"1799\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/kaktus-og-sukkulent-mix-5-l\" title=\"Kaktus \u0026amp; Sukkulent jord (5 L)\"\u003ecactus or succulent soil\u003c\/a\u003e with sand or gravel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1863\" data-end=\"1932\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1863\" data-end=\"1875\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water sparingly. Let the soil dry out between waterings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1935\" data-end=\"2006\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1935\" data-end=\"1947\"\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e A mild \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/okologisk-godning-kaktus\" title=\"Økologisk gødning (kaktus)\"\u003ecactus fertilizer \u003c\/a\u003eduring the growing season promotes healthy growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2009\" data-end=\"2092\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2009\" data-end=\"2026\"\u003eOverwintering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep in a bright and relatively dry spot during winter at a minimum of approx. 10 °C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2094\" data-end=\"2329\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2094\" data-end=\"2114\"\u003eStapelia variegata\u003c\/em\u003e is an exciting and decorative succulent that combines easy cultivation with a truly unique bloom. An ideal plant for collectors who appreciate unusual forms and fascinating details in their plant collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1951\" data-end=\"2190\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/ordensstjerne-stapelia-variegata-fro-5-stk?\" title=\"Ordensstjerne (Stapelia variegata) | frø\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Also available as seeds\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/kampe-ordensstjerne-stapelia-gigantea-fro-10-stk?\" title=\"Kæmpe ordensstjerne (Stapelia gigantea) | frø\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e The images 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":"Seedling (approx. 5 cm)","offer_id":54707022463244,"sku":null,"price":11.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Small (approx. 10 cm)","offer_id":54707022496012,"sku":null,"price":27.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Stapeliavariegata_blomst.jpg?v=1772799457","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.eu\/en\/products\/ordensstjerne-stapelia-variegata-plante","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}