Caruncularia serrulata (Jacq.) Don
Toothed Caruncularia
Stapeliad originally described by Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin and relocated by George Don into Caruncularia. The epithet "serrulata" refers to the finely serrated or toothed margins of the petals or leaf organs. Currently reclassified as Orbea serrulata (Jacq.) Bruyns or equivalent name.
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Overview
| Category | Classification |
|---|---|
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Genus | Caruncularia |
| Growth Habit | Erect succulent |
| Conservation Status | Not evaluated (IUCN) |
| pH Target | 6.0-7.5 |
| Type | Sandy, gravelly. |
Origin & Habitat
Requirements
Soil & Substrate
Type
Sandy, gravelly.
groups Beneficial Associations
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Propagation Strategy
S
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Every 2-3 years.
Minimal in spring.
Uses & Applications
Precautions / Toxicity
No data; possible fetid floral odour.
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"Basionym: Stapelia serrulata Jacq. (published in Collectanea, 1786). Reclassified by George Don in General System of Gardening (1837). Modern accepted name: Orbea serrulata (Jacq.) Bruyns — verify in POWO."
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