Cacalia laciniata Jacq.
Candle plant
Succulent with articulated cylindrical-conical stems in blue-green with purple markings, resembling stacked candles. Leaves are deciduous, palmately lobed or pinnately lobed, appearing only during the wet season.
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Overview
| Category | Classification |
|---|---|
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Cacalia |
| Growth Habit | Articulated geophytic succulent |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern |
| pH Target | 6.0–7.5 |
| Type | Sandy with very good drainage |
Origin & Habitat
Requirements
Soil & Substrate
Type
Sandy with very good drainage
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Propagation Strategy
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Every 2–3 years.
Diluted succulent fertilizer once at the start of autumn.
Uses & Applications
Precautions / Toxicity
Moderately toxic; contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids.
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"'Cacalia laciniata' Jacq. is the historical name. The currently accepted name is 'Senecio articulatus' (L.f.) Sch.Bip. (1845). Also circulates under the synonym 'Kleinia articulata' (L.f.) Haw. The species has an inverted cycle: leaves in winter, bare dormancy in summer."
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