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How to Grow Pseudolithos (and other Stapeliads) from Seed I Notes from a Boston Grower cover

How to Grow Pseudolithos (and other Stapeliads) from Seed I Notes from a Boston Grower

By @globular_kev

Learn how to grow Pseudolithos and other stapeliads from seed with a practical, proven approach. This guide covers substrate, sowing, germination, lighting, watering, fertilizing, and aftercare to help seedlings thrive from their first days through healthy growth.

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Books

Stapeliads (refreshed) cover

Stapeliads (refreshed)

By John Pilbeam

Massive photo gallery and collector-grade notes. Essential reference energy.

Open resource

Stapeliads Of Southern Africa And Madagascar - 2 Volumes cover

Stapeliads Of Southern Africa And Madagascar - 2 Volumes

By Peter V Bruyns

Deep dive into stapeliads. Not beginner friendly.

Open resource

Sukkulenten lexikon 3 cover

Sukkulenten lexikon 3

By Urs Eggli

2002 hardcover, in German. Eagerly awaited by botanists and collectors; Volume 3 focuses on Asclepidaceae.

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Websites

International Asclepiad Society (disbanded)

https://www.asclepiad-international.com/index-2.html

Historic IAS archive with publications and old-school asclep knowledge.

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Llifle Encyclopedia

https://www.llifle.com/

Weird, niche, and surprisingly useful for quick references.

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World Flora Online

https://www.worldfloraonline.org/

Taxonomy checks when naming debates get spicy.

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