Huernia Brevirostris | Huernia | Apocynaceae

Discover the fascinating Huernia brevirostris, a low-growing succulent that belongs to the Apocynaceae family. Native to South Africa, this plant has erect, glaucous green stems that root where they touch the ground and readily offset to form large, low mats. Its small, star-shaped flowers are usually yellow or orange with dark red spots on the petals and have a unique smell that is often described as unpleasant. Learn how to care for this easy-to-grow plant and how it differs from its close relative, Huernia thureti. Browse our collection of succulents at SucculentHelp and add some variety to your collection.