Stapelia
kwebensis N.E. Br |
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Distribution: Found in Botswana, Zimbabwe and the northern Transvaal. S. kwebensis is a tropical spp which was first near Kwebe, south of Lake Ngami in Botswana. |
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Description: The erect green stems are 100mm - 200mm in height, they are minutely pubescent and short toothed. Rudimentary leaves are prominent and erect. |
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Flower: The reddish-brown flowers are 30 mm in diameter, they are rugose and hairless on the on the inner surface. Flowers borne close to the stem on short pedicels. Flowers stink! |
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Cultivation: Shade/sun, little to moderate water. Plant susceptible to rot, use a well drained soil. |
Photographer: Prof van Zanten |
