Status:
valid
Authors:
Wall.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1829
Citation Micro:
Pl. Asiat. Rar. 1: 7 (1829)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000586181
Common Names
- Caralluma fimbriata
- Fringed Caralluma
- Fringed Stapelia
Description
Caralluma fimbriata (also called Caralluma-de-espinho, among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to South America, typically found in dry, rocky habitats. It has a grey-green stem and its leaves are simple, alternate, and oblong-lanceolate in shape. It produces small white flowers, followed by small, round, orange fruits.
Uses & Benefits
Caralluma fimbriata is a species of succulent native to India and Sri Lanka. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes, as it has an attractive foliage and produces colorful flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, cough, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Caralluma fimbriata has small, white flowers, small, round, black seeds, and seedlings that have a single pair of cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Caralluma fimbriata is a succulent plant that is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. It can be grown in a variety of soils, but prefers well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and requires little water. Propagation can be done by taking stem cuttings and planting them in a pot with well-draining soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted and can be transplanted into the garden.
Where to Find Caralluma fimbriata
Caralluma fimbriata is native to India and can be found in dry scrub and grassland areas.
Caralluma fimbriata FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Caralluma fimbriata?
Caralluma fimbriata prefers temperatures between 65-85 degrees Fahrenheit.
What type of soil is best for Caralluma fimbriata?
Caralluma fimbriata prefers a soil that is well-draining and rich in organic matter.
How often should I water Caralluma fimbriata?
Caralluma fimbriata should be watered once a week, or when the soil is dry to the touch.
Species in the Caralluma genus
Caralluma darfurensis,
Caralluma adscendens,
Caralluma arachnoidea,
Caralluma attenuata,
Caralluma baradii,
Caralluma bhupinderiana,
Caralluma congestiflora,
Caralluma dalzielii,
Caralluma dicapuae,
Caralluma dolichocarpa,
Caralluma edwardsiae,
Caralluma fimbriata,
Caralluma flavovirens,
Caralluma furta,
Caralluma geniculata,
Caralluma gracilipes,
Caralluma lamellosa,
Caralluma longiflora,
Caralluma moniliformis,
Caralluma mouretii,
Caralluma peckii,
Caralluma petraea,
Caralluma plicatiloba,
Caralluma priogonium,
Caralluma sarkariae,
Caralluma stalagmifera,
Caralluma subulata,
Caralluma turneri,
Caralluma vaduliae,
Caralluma wilhelmii,
Caralluma moorei,
Caralluma adscendens,
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,