Hello members, I was given a cutting of this cactus some years ago and It has flowered with this remarkable leathery chap! Has anyone seen anything like it before?
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Feel free to reply to any comment by clicking the "Reply" button.Orbea/Stapelia variegata, a.k.a. starfish plant or carrion plant. Very nice. A succulent--not a cactus. I want one. Photo is of a different species of carrion plant that I have in my collection.
misternatureboy
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July 21, 2019
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I think I found out its' name as well as an article suggesting care....
Robecology
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July 20, 2019
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Mmmm. Perfect for a tea-time sitting room! 
MikeInBatonRouge
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July 20, 2019
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I was tempted to ask if it can be grown indoors but I don't think it would work especially when it is blooming.
JackPedigo
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