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A page where I share tips on growing succulents based on more than 30 years of collecting them

20/08/2026

It’s a rare one. Any guesses?

16/06/2026

Cristate Stapelia leendertziae - Nature’s succulent coral reef. This crested form is caused by a rare growth mutation that transforms a single growing point into a ribbon-like crest, creating beautiful waves and folds that resemble living coral.

02/06/2026

If you look hard enough, you can find beauty in your own backyard.

Stapelia leendertziae after a late afternoon rain shower

24/05/2026

Wonderfully bizarre spotted flowers on Orbea maculata. It spreads underground through rhizomes in the semi-deserts of Southern Africa

17/05/2026

After decades on my stapeliad bucket list, my Orbea lugardii has finally bloomed. Gorgeous flower… with a fragrance that can only be described as ‘neglected porta-potty in midsummer’ 😅🪰

15/05/2026

Calling all Stapeliad lovers! I’ll be at the Houston Cactus & Succulent Society Spring Sale this Saturday with some rare and unusual stapeliads, fresh seed, and a few spectacular show plants in bloom. If you’ve ever wanted to see these bizarre beauties in person, chat cultivation, or get growing tips, come say hello!

There will also be many fantastic cactus and succulent vendors from across the region, so it’s a great chance to find something special for your collection.
📍 Metropolitan Multi-Service Center, 1475 W. Gray St, Houston, TX 77019

11/05/2026

Duvalia immaculata putting on a double flower display. Strange, rare, and beautiful.

04/05/2026

Pseudolithos migiurtinus is an amazing plant. It was a gift from Echo Pang of , a wonderful family-run cactus and succulent nursery in Houston. They have high quality, hard-to-find plants. Every time I see this plant I am reminded of Echo and her family!

02/05/2026

The snake creeper is a weird one: stems that look dead and spider-like flowers! An easily grown plant, yet hard to find

01/03/2026

A rarely seen form of Stapelia hirsuta ssp. vetula — notably hairless, and smaller flowers than the typical form.

The paradox of “hirsuta” — this subspecies proves evolution loves exceptions.

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