Stinky succulent: African Starfish Flower (Stapelia hirsuta). ("Flower.") Google search: "Known globally as African Starfish Flowers, and locally as carrion flowers, members of the genus Stapelia are usually characterised by their foul-smelling flowers reminiscent of the odour of rotting meat. The hairs, coloration, & surface mimic decaying animal matter & attract mostly flies, which act as pollinators. Wikipedia."