Caralluma caudata N.E.Br.
Tailed Caralluma
Widely distributed stem succulent in eastern and southern Africa, described by N.E. Brown. Its epithet 'caudata' refers to the acuminate extension of the floral lobes. A polymorphic species with several recognised varieties: var. chibensis (Zimbabwe), var. fusca (darker stems), var. milleri, var. rhodesiaca (Rhodesia/Zimbabwe) and var. stevensonii, reflecting its wide geographic distribution and morphological variability.
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Overview
| Category | Classification |
|---|---|
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Genus | Caralluma |
| Growth Habit | Stem succulent, polymorphic, colonising |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern (LC) — IUCN |
| pH Target | 6.0–7.5 |
| Type | Sandy mineral, well-drained |
Origin & Habitat
Requirements
Soil & Substrate
Type
Sandy mineral, well-drained
groups Beneficial Associations
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Propagation Strategy
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Every 2–3 years.
Succulent fertiliser, monthly in spring-summer.
Uses & Applications
Precautions / Toxicity
Potentially irritating. Do not consume.
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"Species with notable intraspecific variability. Vars. chibensis, fusca, milleri, rhodesiaca and stevensonii have been treated as subspecies or synonyms depending on the author. Consult recent genus revisions for current taxonomic status."
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