Caralluma adscendens (Roxb.) Haw.
Ascending Caralluma
Herbaceous succulent native to peninsular India and Sri Lanka. It is synonymous with Boucerosia adscendens (Roxb.) Wight & Arn. in modern classifications. The species is highly morphologically variable and comprises several varieties: var. attenuata, var. carinata, var. fimbriata, var. geniculata and var. gracilis, differing in stem size, angle profile and corolla ornamentation.
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Overview
| Category | Classification |
|---|---|
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Genus | Caralluma |
| Growth Habit | Creeping-ascending succulent herb, highly branched. |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern (LC); widely distributed in India. |
| pH Target | 6.0–7.5 |
| Type | Lateritic, sandy, well-drained. |
Origin & Habitat
Requirements
Soil & Substrate
Type
Lateritic, sandy, well-drained.
groups Beneficial Associations
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Propagation Strategy
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Every 2–3 years.
Balanced fertilizer (10-10-10) diluted to 50%, once a month in spring and summer.
Uses & Applications
Precautions / Toxicity
Well-documented medicinal use; however, may cause digestive discomfort at high doses.
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"Principal synonym: Boucerosia adscendens (Roxb.) Wight & Arn. Varieties attenuata, carinata, fimbriata, geniculata and gracilis are recognised by the Flora of India; some are treated as independent species by certain authors."
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