Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Growth Form | Succulent Plant |
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Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Namibia, southern Angola |
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Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | Perennial succulent which can spread up to 1 m wide. |
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| Stems | Thick, fleshy stems are mostly erect. |
| Flowers | Star-shaped, fleshy flowers are maroon to dark red and up to 12 cm wide. The petal margin is lined with long, purple hairs with rounded tips. Flowers emit a foul odour which helps to attract pollinating beetles. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Flowers |
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| Landscape Uses | Container Planting, Suitable for Hanging Baskets |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Full Sun |
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| Water Preference | Little Water |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Drought Tolerant, Shallow Media |
Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower Colour(s) | Brown, Purple, Red |
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| Flower Texture(s) | Hairy / Hirsute, Wrinkled, Thick / Fleshy |
| Flower Colour(s) Remarks | Maroon |
Image Repository
Others
| Master ID | 32551 |
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| Species ID | 6963 |
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