Caralluma circes M.G.Gilbert
Ethiopian Caralluma
Stem succulent described by M.G. Gilbert, endemic to the arid lowlands of Ethiopia. Poorly known in cultivation, with flowers of characteristic morphology that inspired its name alluding to Circe, a figure of Greek mythology, in reference to the seductive and fetid qualities of the flowers for their pollinators.
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Overview
| Category | Classification |
|---|---|
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Genus | Caralluma |
| Growth Habit | Stem succulent, compact habit |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern (LC) — IUCN |
| pH Target | 6.0–7.5 |
| Type | Very porous arid mineral |
Origin & Habitat
Requirements
Soil & Substrate
Type
Very porous arid mineral
groups Beneficial Associations
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Propagation Strategy
K
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Every 2–3 years.
Very diluted fertiliser once a month from May to August.
Uses & Applications
Precautions / Toxicity
Potentially toxic if ingested. No medicinal use documentation.
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"Species very rarely cultivated outside specialised collections. Scarce cultivation literature available; extrapolate care from C. baldratii of the same geographic setting."
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