Caralluma subterranea E.A.Bruce & P.R.O.Bally
Underground Caralluma
Notable species from Kenya and Tanzania whose succulent stems grow largely buried below the soil surface, with only the flowering tips emerging. The variety var. minutiflora, with smaller flowers, is known.
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Overview
| Category | Classification |
|---|---|
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Genus | Caralluma |
| Growth Habit | Geophytic succulent (partially subterranean) |
| Conservation Status | Not evaluated (IUCN) |
| pH Target | 6.0-7.5 |
| Type | Rocky to sandy, deep, very well-drained. |
Origin & Habitat
Requirements
Soil & Substrate
Type
Rocky to sandy, deep, very well-drained.
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Propagation Strategy
P
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Every 3-4 years.
One annual diluted fertilizer application in spring.
Uses & Applications
Precautions / Toxicity
Not documented.
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"Var. minutiflora is known, with considerably smaller flowers than the typical variety. The subterranean biology makes this species a rarity among carallumas."
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