stapelia Meaning & Definition
What Does Stapelia Mean?
Stapelia is a noun that means Any of the genus Stapelia of low-growing succulent plants, predominantly from South Africa, and often giving off an odour of rotten flesh.
Quick Facts About Stapelia
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | carrion flower and starfish flower |
| Plural | stapelias |
Stapelia Definition (Noun)
- Any of the genus Stapelia of low-growing succulent plants, predominantly from South Africa, and often giving off an odour of rotten flesh.
Synonyms of Stapelia
Stapelia synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
stapelia (plural stapelias)
Origin of Stapelia
From Stapelia, the genus name, after J. B. van Stapel.
Common Questions About Stapelia
What part of speech is stapelia?
Stapelia is a noun.
What is another word for stapelia?
Words with a similar meaning to stapelia include carrion flower and starfish flower. See the full list of stapelia synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of stapelia?
The plural of stapelia is stapelias.