Caralluma (R.Br.1810)

A plant composed of small green stems, whose intensity varies depending on growing conditions and species. Although some stems have pointed areas, these are soft and completely harmless. Its flowers, with striking colors and scents that particularly attract flies—though less so to people—are one of its most peculiar features. It has an interesting medicinal use as an appetite regulator and for certain metabolic processes. Additionally, it is highly valued and commonly found in succulent collections.
Etymology: It is not clear, there are two versions: From Telugu, an Indian language, "Car-allum," which is the informal name of a plant, or from Arabic "qarh al-luhum," meaning roughly a wound infected by the scent of the flowers.
Place of Origin: Tropical Africa, the Arabian Peninsula, and the Indian subcontinent.