Plants in genus crassula
Crassula orbicularis
Crassula orbicularis is a clumping succulent native to South Africa, featuring flat green leaves with purple edges that intensify in sunlight or cooler temperatures. It produces white flowers that turn dark red when blooming and requires full sunlight and well-drained soil. This easy-to-care-for plant is suitable for beginners and thrives in average household humidity.
Crassula nudicaulis
Crassula nudicaulis is a drought-tolerant succulent native to South Africa, featuring lime-green paddle-shaped leaves with a silvery sheen. This slow-growing plant reaches up to 12 inches and produces white flowers in summer, thriving in sunny areas with well-draining soil.
Crassula clavata
Crassula clavata is a succulent endemic to the Cape Provinces of South Africa, growing up to 10 inches tall. It features dark reddish-purple leaves and white flowers, thriving in full sun to partial shade. This plant is part of the Crassulaceae family and prefers well-drained soil.
Crassula congesta
Crassula congesta, a monocarpic succulent, is native to South Africa and known for its soft, silky leaves. It grows erect with a single stem, reaching up to 4 inches in height. The plant produces flowers in shades of rose, mauve, pale yellow, and green. It is slightly frost-hardy and thrives in filtered or partial sun, making it a slow-growing yet charming addition to succulent collections.
Crassula tetragona
Crassula tetragona is a succulent native to Southern Africa, often used as a 'pine tree' in Bonsai. It features erect or spreading shrubs with woody stems and crossed pairs of green leaves. This plant is frost-resistant, prefers full sun, and is propagated from leaves and cuttings.
Crassula sarmentosa
Crassula sarmentosa is a drought-tolerant succulent that thrives in sunny areas, particularly south-facing locations. It has numerous ways of reproducing, making it a resilient and adaptable plant for various garden settings.
Crassula pruinosa
Crassula pruinosa is a small succulent native to South Africa, growing up to 8 inches tall with green leaves and white summer flowers. It thrives in full sunlight and well-drained soil, preferring warm environments between 64-77°F. This plant is drought-tolerant and suitable for average household humidity.
Crassula rupestris
Crassula rupestris, also known as the rosary vine, is a succulent native to Namibia and South Africa. It features greyish or pinkish leaves with colorful margins and produces dense heads of pink or white flowers in spring. This plant is recognized for its ornamental value and has received the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.
Crassula mesembryanthemoides
Crassula mesembryanthemoides, also known as Crassula moon glow, is a summer-dormant succulent native to South Africa. It grows up to 1 foot tall and produces white or cream flowers at the end of summer. This plant prefers well-drained soil with sand and thrives in full sun. It is hardy in USDA zone 10a and is best suited for warm climates. Crassula mesembryanthemoides is a slow-growing shrub that adds a unique texture to succulent collections.
Crassula pubescens
Crassula pubescens is a South African native succulent with hairy leaves that can turn red in the sun. It produces white flowers in winter and spring and requires full sunlight and well-drained soil. This plant is well-suited for ceramic pots and thrives in average household humidity, making it a versatile choice for indoor or outdoor cultivation.
Crassula arborescens ssp. undulatifolia
Crassula arborescens ssp. undulatifolia, commonly known as Ripple Jade or Curly Jade, is a succulent native to South Africa. It grows in a shrub-like form with stout branches and wavy, dense bluish-grey green leaves. This easy-care plant thrives in bright light and is well-suited for those looking for a low-maintenance succulent.
Crassula 'Jade'
Crassula 'Jade' is an evergreen succulent from South Africa with green, finger-like leaves tipped with red. It blooms with small pinkish-white flowers in late fall and early winter.
Crassula barbata
Crassula barbata is a flowering plant endemic to the Cape Provinces of South Africa. It is drought-tolerant and thrives in sunny areas with well-draining soil. This plant requires minimal watering and benefits from dry periods to prevent waterlogging.
Crassula cotyledonis
Crassula cotyledonis is a low-growing succulent native to the rocky landscapes of Namaqualand and the Karoo in South Africa. It forms a sparse rosette with light grey-green, ovate leaves covered in velvety, backward-pointing hairs. The plant's leaves can turn pink along the margins when exposed to full sun, adding a touch of color to its appearance. In spring and summer, it produces tiny, cream-to-greenish flowers in rounded clusters on elongated stems. This drought-tolerant plant thrives in well-drained soil and requires minimal watering, making it an excellent choice for dry, sunny locations. Crassula cotyledonis is easy to propagate through leaf cuttings and is resistant to USDA zones 9-11, making it a versatile addition to any succulent collection.
Crassula lactea
Crassula lactea is a perennial flowering plant native to southern Africa, known for its trailing green leaves and winter blooms of white flowers. It grows up to 12 inches tall and thrives in full sunlight with well-drained soil. This plant prefers to be watered when the soil is dry and is well-suited for ceramic pots.
Crassula 'Moonglow'
Crassula 'Moonglow' is a perennial succulent hybrid known for its slow growth and distinctive gray-green leaves arranged in layers. The leaves have a slightly downy texture with small dark spots and form a nearly square shape from above. It blooms in late winter with clusters of creamy white flowers. This plant prefers full sun to partial shade and requires minimal watering, thriving in low humidity environments.
Crassula 'Baby's Surprise'
Crassula 'Baby's Surprise' is a charming small succulent from the Crassulaceae family, characterized by its rounded leaves that can develop a red hue. It grows upright and can reach up to 3 inches tall, making it ideal for small spaces. This plant blooms in spring and summer, adding a touch of color to any collection. Its compact size and unusual appearance make it a delightful addition to succulent enthusiasts.
Crassula 'Spiralis Estagnol'
Crassula 'Spiralis Estagnol' is a small, slow-growing succulent with green leaves that grow in a spiral pattern. It may produce white flowers and thrives in full sunlight. This plant prefers well-drained soil and is best grown in ceramic pots.
Crassula rupestris 'Rosary Vine'
Crassula rupestris 'Rosary Vine' is a succulent native to South Africa, featuring triangular leaves and reaching up to 20 inches in height. It flowers in winter and spring, preferring full sunlight and well-drained soil. This plant thrives in average household humidity and is easy to care for, making it a popular choice for indoor succulent collections.
Crassula nudicaulis var. herrei
Crassula nudicaulis var. herrei is a succulent native to South Africa, reaching up to 10 inches in height. Its leaves vary in color from green to brown, with red tips, and it produces green flowers in spring and summer. This plant is notable for its unusual appearance and adaptability, making it a unique addition to any succulent collection.
Crassula arborescens ssp. undulatifolia 'Ripple Jade'
Crassula arborescens ssp. undulatifolia 'Ripple Jade' is a drought-tolerant succulent with unique wavy leaves. It requires sunny areas and well-draining soil, making it a low-maintenance choice for succulent enthusiasts.
Crassula capitella ssp. thyrsiflora
Crassula capitella ssp. thyrsiflora, known as the Campfire plant, is a drought-tolerant succulent with thick, fleshy leaves bordered in bright pink, red, or orange. It grows 6 to 10 inches tall and requires full sunlight and well-draining soil. This plant is summer-dormant and can withstand frost, making it a resilient choice for succulent gardens.
Crassula nudicaulis var. platyphylla
Commonly known as 'Crassula Burgundy,' this plant originated in South Africa and belongs to the Crassulaceae family. It grows in dense clusters with thick, fleshy oval-shaped leaves and can reach up to 6 inches in height. The plant is dormant in summers and blooms in autumn with green and white flowers. It requires weekly watering, well-drained potting mix, and full sun exposure. It is hardy in zones 9 and 11 and can be propagated by stem or leaf cuttings, or seeds.