Photo Monday

A Stapelia flower, also known as the "carron flower" or "star flower," is shown in the foreground. The flower is a dark burgundy color with fine red lines and is surrounded by white hairs along the edges of its petals. It has a five-pointed star shape and a dark center.
Behind the flower, the stems of other succulent plants are visible, with green leaves edged in purple or brown, and some spines. To the right of the flower, there is a closed, cream-colored bud. The plant is in an orange pot, which is placed on sandy, stony soil. A dried leaf is also visible on the soil.