Details of Genus: Quaqua N.E.Br. (1879)
ID: 2638
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# spp.: 20 (from genus_families table) | 0 (from names table)
Accepted: Accepted
Family: Apocynaceae
Family ja: キョウチクトウ
Infra familial classification: Subfamily Asclepiadoideae: Tribe Ceropegieae
Citation:| Data source | Kind of information | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kew Gardens (2017) Plants of the world online (POWO). Accessed on 27 Jan 2026 | Scientific name & others | Show this Data source |
Distribution en: SW. Namibia to Cape Prov.
Description en: Genus of 14 species of perennial succulents, closely related to Caralluma, from hilly, often rocky terrain in S. Namibia and South Africa, grown for their prominently to shallowly lobed, bowl-shaped flowers, which are borne singly or in clusters during daytime in early summer. Where temperatures fall below 10°C (50°F), grow in a warm greenhouse; in warm, dry climates, use in a raised bed with other succulents.
Hardiness en: Frost tender.
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Propagation en: Sow seed at 18-21°C (64-70°F) in spring. Take stem cuttings in late summer.
Pests en: Prone to aphids.
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Update information: Created: 2010-06-04 18:58; Updated: 2026-01-27 10:15 by hkokubun@mac.com
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| System | Accepted? | Botanical name | Japanese name | Infra-familial classification | # species | |
| APG4 | Accepted | Apocynaceae | キョウチクトウ科 | Subfamily Asclepiadoideae: Tribe Ceropegieae | 20 | Show |
| PB2 | Asclepiadaceae | ガガイモ科 | Subfamily Asclepiadoideae | Show | ||
| PB3 | Apocynaceae | キョウチクトウ科 | Subfamily Asclepiadoideae | Show |