Caralluma corrugata N.E.Br.
Corrugated Caralluma
A succulent endemic to arid zones of Tanzania and Kenya, notable for the corrugated and striated surface of its quadrangular stems. Described by N.E. Brown. Its flowers are typical of the genus: five triangular dark-coloured petals with a fetid odour attracting dipteran pollinators.
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Overview
| Category | Classification |
|---|---|
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Genus | Caralluma |
| Growth Habit | Succulent with erect or decumbent stems with characteristic corrugated surface |
| Conservation Status | Not formally assessed by IUCN |
| pH Target | 6.5–8.0 |
| Type | Rocky, sandy, very well-draining soil |
Origin & Habitat
Requirements
Soil & Substrate
Type
Rocky, sandy, very well-draining soil
groups Beneficial Associations
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Propagation Strategy
M
S
Every 2–3 years
Diluted mineral fertiliser once in summer
Uses & Applications
Precautions / Toxicity
No documented toxicity
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"Species rarely cultivated outside specialised East African collections. The characteristic stem corrugation distinguishes it visually from other African Caralluma."
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