If Crassula is a type of succulent in the Crassulaceae family

Growth Habits

Native to southern Feizhong. Prefers warm, dry and bright light environments, not cold-tolerant, tolerant of drought and partial shade, afraid of waterlogging, avoid strong light.

Favorite temperature: 18-24°C

Watering: water once a week during the growing season

Light: bright light

Propagation: cuttings

Pests and diseases: brown spot disease, red spider mite

Combination suggestions: Sempervivum arachnoideum, Jingtongzi

Care Tips for Crassula

Potting soil: repot in early spring every year, using a mix of leaf mold, potting soil and coarse sand, with a small amount of bone meal added. In winter it enters a semi-dormant state, keep the potting soil dry.

Watering: water once a week during the growing season, and once every 2-3 weeks at other times, keeping the soil just moist.

Fertilizing: fertilize once a month, using diluted cake fertilizer water or "Huiyou" 15-15-30 special fertilizer for potted flowers. Do not fertilize in winter.

Pests: when indoor ventilation is poor, the stems and leaves may already be harmed by red spider mite; when this occurs, spray with 40% omethoate emulsifiable concentrate at 1000 times dilution.

Propagation Methods of Crassula

Cuttings: take them in spring and autumn for fast rooting and a high survival rate. Select relatively neat branches with scale-like leaves arranged tightly. Cut them into 12-15 cm lengths, insert them into a sand bed, at room temperature 21-24°C; they root 20-25 days after insertion, and can be potted up 1 week later.