Angolluma baldratii (A.C.White & B.Sloane) Plowes
Baldrat's angolluma
Stapeliad succulent with 4–6-angled wingless stems, without true leaves. Widely distributed in the Horn of Africa and East Africa, growing in semi-arid scrublands and well-drained rocky soils. Its five-petalled flowers produce a carrion scent to attract fly pollinators.
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Overview
| Category | Classification |
|---|---|
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Genus | Angolluma |
| Growth Habit | Creeping or erect succulent, stems 10–20 cm, forming dense cushions |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern (IUCN) |
| pH Target | 6.5–7.5 |
| Type | Sandy, very well-drained, low in nutrients |
Origin & Habitat
Morphology
Angular with 4 prominent wings, greyish-green with purplish markings, 1–2 cm diameter
ecoStar-shaped, 5 triangular petals, brownish-yellow with dark stripes, 1–2 cm diameter, carrion scent
ecoShallow fibrous root system with water reserves
ecoCompact leafless plant; succulent stems perform photosynthesis
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Requirements
Soil & Substrate
Type
Sandy, very well-drained, low in nutrients
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Propagation Strategy
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Every 2–3 years in spring
Diluted cactus fertilizer once a month in summer (May–August)
Uses & Applications
Precautions / Toxicity
Some stapeliads contain cardiac glycosides; keep away from pets
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Plant Health
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"Widely distributed species across the Horn of Africa; segregated from Caralluma by Plowes in 1995 based on floral corona characters. Main synonym: Caralluma baldratii A.C.White & B.Sloane."
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