Caralluma foulcheri-delboscii Lavranos
Foulcher-Delbos Caralluma
Species described by J.J. Lavranos, specialist in succulents of north-west Africa and the Atlantic region. It inhabits arid zones of Morocco and the Atlantic fringe near the Canaries. Variety greenbergiana, also described by Lavranos, shows slight differences in the flower corona.
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Overview
| Category | Classification |
|---|---|
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Genus | Caralluma |
| Growth Habit | Erect, compact clump-forming |
| Conservation Status | Data Deficient (DD) |
| pH Target | 7.0–8.0 |
| Type | Calcareous sandy. |
Origin & Habitat
Requirements
Soil & Substrate
Type
Calcareous sandy.
groups Beneficial Associations
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Propagation Strategy
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Every 2–3 years.
Minimal fertilisation, once a year in spring.
Uses & Applications
Precautions / Toxicity
No toxicity data.
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"Var. greenbergiana Lavranos is distinguished from the typical variety mainly by slightly different coronal lobes; both forms coexist in the collector trade."
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