Caralluma petraea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
petraea
ID:
586947
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lavranos
Source:
cmp
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Cact. Succ. J. (Los Angeles) 55: 23 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000586279
Common Names
- Caralluma petraea
- Petraea Caralluma
- Petraea Asclepiad
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- Crenulluma petraea (Lavranos) Plowes [unknown]
Description
Caralluma petraea (also called 'Petraea's Caralluma', among many other common names) is a succulent shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It has slender, cylindrical stems with small, white flowers and small, round leaves. It grows in rocky and sandy soils in dry, open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Caralluma petraea is a succulent plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used in traditional medicines for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Caralluma petraea is a small, white or yellowish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, hard-shelled seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.
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Caralluma petraea 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 petraea
Caralluma petraea is native to India and can be found in dry scrub and grassland areas.
Caralluma petraea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Caralluma petraea?
Caralluma petraea
What is the common name of Caralluma petraea?
Petraea's Caralluma
What type of environment does Caralluma petraea prefer?
Caralluma petraea prefers dry, rocky environments with plenty of indirect sunlight.
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2699233: Based on the initial data import
John Jacob Lavranos (1926-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lavranos' in the authors string.