Crested succulents are as beautiful as a painting, with even higher ornamental value

Cresting in succulents is a mutation that occurs during natural growth and is a very normal abnormal phenomenon in succulents. When some succulents are subjected to external stimuli, they are prone to developing this kind of abnormal differentiation, and may even grow horizontally into a line, ultimately developing a rather peculiar shape.

After certain varieties of succulents are stimulated by various environmental factors (such as light, watering, climate, etc.), their apical growing points are prone to abnormal differentiation, forming many new growth points. These growth points then connect horizontally into a line, ultimately forming a cockscomb-shaped or fan-shaped succulent. In addition, variegation in succulents is also a common mutation phenomenon.

So what should we do if we want to maintain this crested form? Cresting is itself a growth pattern in which succulents return to their primitive state. Therefore, in order to preserve the crested characteristics, in addition to removing the normally growing parts, it is also necessary to regularly place the succulent in a suitable environment. Moreover, succulents with crested changes also become more ornamental.

Of course, the propagation method for crested succulents is still cuttings. After cutting off the stem, insert it into soil and it will sprout and grow. However, it is best to cut off the fully crested part of the succulent, as only this way can the crested characteristics be maintained. In particular, some growth points that appear later are very difficult to successfully crest.

Although cresting noticeably changes the growth state of succulents, the cultivation method is still very simple.