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Basic Info
Caralluma Europaea is known to be a green looking succulent as best apparent by the image of the plant. As the plant matures you can expect to see a dull green around the stem that is able to reach 20 cm (8″) long and round 2 cm (0.8″) in diameter. When the plant flowers you can expect it to produce white, yellow or purple flowers.
Scientific Classification
Family: Apocynaceae
Subfamily: Asclepiadoideae
Tribe: Ceropegieae
Genus: Caralluma
Care and Propagation Information
Watering
Caralluma Europaea can be quite beautiful when it is well-taken care of. This succulent type needs typical watering as the other succulents. The watering method is very important to keep your plant healthy. It should not sit on the water, and an excess amount of water should be avoided. The best way of watering is soak and dry method this succulent. Yet, the succulent should be controlled to avoid overwatering.
General Care for Caralluma Europaea
This succulent type is a unique one that blooms in the spring. When it blooms, you will enjoy white, yellow or purple flowers. It is a nice addition to your collection of plants especially if you have it displayed in a beautiful pot.
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Quick Facts:
- Prefers full sun
- Can be grown outdoor
- Grows 20 cm (8″) tall
- Grows up to 2 cm (0.8″) wide
- Can die easily if overwatered see: How to Water Succulent Plants
- Does not handle cold well
- Prefers Zone 10a-11b -1.1°C (30°F)
- Best propagated by seeds
- Flowers are white, yellow or purple
Where to Plant
Caralluma Europaea succulents need strong light. When planting this succulent type in a garden, make sure it gets sunlight. Full to partial sun is the best for its growth. It is better to grow outdoor rather than indoor.
This type of succulent prefers a warm climate. It can survive at zone 10a-11b which is around -1.1°C (30°F). If you live in a cold area, it is better to plant in an indoor environment. As long as it gets enough sunlight, the plant will grow happily.
When selecting what pot to use be sure that you understand the difference between the material used (See our guide on how to pick the best plant pot).
How to Propagate Caralluma Europaea
Caralluma Europaea can be propagated by seeds. This succulent type does not require repotting often. Of course, the first-time repotting is essential when it is bought from the store. You can learn all about How To Repot Succulents in our guide.
Like all the other succulent types, a well-drained soil mixture is essential. If you want to know about well-drained soil mixtures, check How to Prepare Well-drained Soil for Succulent Plants.
How to Propagate Caralluma Europaea Using Seeds
This succulent type is a slow grower so even if it can be propagated by its seeds, this method is not recommended. To propagate from the seeds, plant the seeds in a well-draining soil mixture. This method can be used outdoors. In cooler areas, indoor propagating is recommended.
Origin and Habitat
Caralluma Europaea is native to South-Eastern Spain, Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt, Jordan, Libya and Southern Italy.
