Scientific Name: Orbea variegata Haw.
Synonym: Stapelia variegata
Family: Stapeliaceae
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Recommended Temperature Zone: Sunset®: 12,13,16-24 USDA: 10-12 Heat Tolerance: Good resistance, but avoid any direct sun Sun Exposure: Light shade to full sun Origin: South Africa Growth Habits: Soft stemmed succulent, each stem can reach over 12 inches (30 cm) Propagation: Cuttings |
The species name variegata comes from the fact that the species is quite variable. As a consequence there are a number of plants described as species of Stapelia that are in fact Orbea variegata
Culture:
Orbea is not as cold sensitive as other asclepiads like Huernia or Duvalia.
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