Caralluma burchardii N.E.Br.
Burchard's Caralluma
Stem succulent endemic to the eastern Canary Islands (Lanzarote and Fuerteventura) and the Atlantic coast of Morocco, described by N.E. Brown. Popularly known as 'cardón de cochino', it is one of the few native asclepiads of Macaronesia. Several recognised forms exist: f. grandiflora (larger flowers), subs. maura (Moroccan population), var. purpurascens (darker stems) and var. sventenii (differentiated Canarian taxon).
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Overview
| Category | Classification |
|---|---|
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Genus | Caralluma |
| Growth Habit | Colonising stem succulent, semi-prostrate to erect |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened (NT) — IUCN; protected in the Canary Islands |
| pH Target | 6.0–7.5 |
| Type | Volcanic-sandy, very porous |
Origin & Habitat
Requirements
Soil & Substrate
Type
Volcanic-sandy, very porous
groups Beneficial Associations
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Propagation Strategy
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Every 2–3 years.
Very diluted cactus fertiliser, once a month from April to August.
Uses & Applications
Precautions / Toxicity
Potentially irritating if ingested. No formal medicinal use documented.
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"Exceptional Macaronesian taxon within the genus, with several morphological variants (f. grandiflora, subs. maura, var. purpurascens, var. sventenii). Ongoing taxonomic revision; consult recent treatments in Flora of the Canary Islands."
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