Caralluma geniculata (Gravely & Mayur.) Meve & Liede
Knee-jointed Caralluma
Species native to the Deccan plateau in central and southern India, originally described by Gravely and Mayuranathan and reclassified by Meve and Liede in their modern revision of Indian Stapelieae. The epithet 'geniculata' refers to the prominent joints of the stems.
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Overview
| Category | Classification |
|---|---|
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Genus | Caralluma |
| Growth Habit | Erect to semi-creeping |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern (LC) in India |
| pH Target | 6.0–7.5 |
| Type | Lateritic-sandy. |
Origin & Habitat
Requirements
Soil & Substrate
Type
Lateritic-sandy.
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Propagation Strategy
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Every 2–3 years.
Cactus fertiliser diluted to 50 % once a month in summer.
Uses & Applications
Precautions / Toxicity
Local medicinal use reported; limited safety data.
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"The reclassification by Meve & Liede (1994) consolidated several previously scattered Boucerosia species within Caralluma, significantly reorganising the taxonomy of Indian Stapelieae."
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