Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
plicatiloba
ID:
586950

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lavranos

Source:
cmp

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 28: 211 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000586282

Common Names

  • Caralluma plicatiloba
  • Plicatiloba Caralluma
  • Plicatiloba Asclepiad

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Synonyms

  • Borealluma plicatiloba (Lavranos) Plowes [unknown]

Description

Caralluma plicatiloba (also called 'Folded 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 plicatiloba 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 plicatiloba 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Caralluma plicatiloba 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 plicatiloba

Caralluma plicatiloba is native to India and can be found in dry scrub and grassland areas.

Caralluma plicatiloba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caralluma plicatiloba?

Caralluma plicatiloba

What is the common name of Caralluma plicatiloba?

Plicatiloba Caralluma

What type of environment does Caralluma plicatiloba prefer?

Caralluma plicatiloba prefers dry, rocky environments with plenty of indirect sunlight.

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,

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