Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
arachnoidea
ID:
586750

Status:
valid

Authors:
(P.R.O.Bally) M.G.Gilbert

Source:
cmp

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Natl. Cact. Succ. J. 32: 26 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000586082

Common Names

  • Caralluma arachnoidea
  • Spidery Caralluma
  • Spidery Stapelia

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Synonyms

  • Caralluma gracilipes arachnoidea P.R.O.Bally [unknown]
  • Spathulopetalum arachnoideum (P.R.O.Bally) Plowes [unknown]

Description

Caralluma attenuata (also called Caralluma, among many other common names) is a succulent plant that grows up to 60 cm tall. It is native to India, and is found in dry forests, as well as in disturbed areas. It has a thick, fleshy stem and its leaves are alternate, oblong-lanceolate, and grey-green. Its flowers are small and white.

Uses & Benefits

Caralluma arachnoidea is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and digestive ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Caralluma arachnoidea var. breviloba (P.R.O.Bally) M.G.Gilbert

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Caralluma arachnoidea is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have two thin, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caralluma arachnoidea can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in bright, indirect light and prefers temperatures between 60-80°F (15-27°C). It should be watered regularly, but allowed to dry out between waterings. It prefers a well-draining soil and should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Caralluma arachnoidea

Caralluma arachnoidea is found in India and Sri Lanka.

Caralluma arachnoidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caralluma arachnoidea?

Caralluma arachnoidea

What is the family of Caralluma arachnoidea?

Asclepiadaceae

What is the common name of Caralluma arachnoidea?

Arachnoidea Caralluma

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2699053: Based on the initial data import
Peter René Oscar Bally (1895-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.R.O.Bally' in the authors string.
Michael George Gilbert (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.G.Gilbert' in the authors string.