How to grow Crassula obliqua? Detailed guide to care methods and precautions

Crassula obliqua, a succulent foliage plant native to Natal Province, South Africa - does this name sound really impressive? Quite distinctive, right~ But it is also called horse-hoof corner, horse-hoof red, etc., so the praise above is only temporary, hehe~ Most flower enthusiasts use it as a potted decoration for offices, living rooms, balconies, etc. The plant resembles a shrub and looks very small and exquisite. Next, the editor will tell you about Crassula obliqua and its care methods and precautions. Let's take a look!

Care methods for Crassula obliqua

1. Soil

Crassula obliqua likes loose and breathable light acidic soil, such as leaf mold soil, peat soil, etc. You can also make a suitable culture soil with a slightly acidic pH. It is forbidden to use alkaline soil for cultivation.

2. Water and fertilizer

Because it is acidic soil, when we water it we should also use acidic water, weakly acidic, and the concentration cannot be too high. In summer, water less or not at all. During the growing season, you can use a spray head to spray water to increase humidity. Water must not be applied excessively. Crassula obliqua has no high requirements for fertilizer; applying a moderate amount of complete-element organic fertilizer once a month is enough.

Precautions for growing Crassula obliqua

1. Light

Crassula obliqua is a succulent plant that likes warmth and sunlight, and it is not tolerant of shade. Although it can also grow in a semi-shaded environment, the leaves that grow will be slender and not plump, which affects the ornamental effect. Therefore, except in summer when appropriate shading should be noted, no shading measures are needed in other seasons. Place it in an environment with sufficient sunlight; only Crassula obliqua grown in a shaded environment looks good.

2. Propagation

Crassula obliqua is propagated by stem cuttings. Take a section of fleshy stem from a plant with relatively good growth and no disease for cuttings, and insert it directly into plain soil. Before inserting, first dig a hole and then insert it to avoid damaging the cutting. It roots in about half a month and can be transplanted in one month. When transplanting, damage the roots as little as possible and keep more soil around them. Place it in a semi-shaded environment to recover. When new leaves grow out and are very firm and sturdy, normal management can be resumed.

The above is about the care methods and precautions for Crassula obliqua. Actually, after reading it, you may feel that this plant is not that difficult to grow. With a little extra spare time to tend and care for it, it can still be grown very beautifully. It is a good choice for potted decoration in a home bedroom. Finally, I hope this article can help everyone! If you want to learn more related knowledge, please pay more attention to this site!