Caralluma speciosa (Caralluma)

Caralluma speciosa, Caralluma

Botanical name: Caralluma speciosa

Common name: Caralluma

Family: Apocynaceae    (Formerly:Asclepiadaceae)

Subfamily: Asclepiadoideae

Origin: Africa

Small plant 2-5 ftFull sunDry conditionsModerate waterUnusual color

The light-green stems are angular and rudimentary leaves appear at intervals. The perfectly symmetrical ball of inflorescence about 10 cm across is very impressive.To pollinate, the flowers attract flies by emitting a scent similar to that of carrion.

Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping.



Caralluma speciosa, Caralluma
Caralluma speciosa, Caralluma
Caralluma speciosa, Caralluma


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