White-flowered Crassula, you may not know it has these other names

Other names for White-flowered Crassula

spiral-leaf Crassula, spiral-leaf tower Crassula

White-flowered Crassula classification and family/genus

succulent and fleshy plant, Crassulaceae family, genus Crassula

Characteristics and habits of White-flowered Crassula

A fairly miniature succulent, very suitable for mixed arrangements with other succulents, green year-round, and under increased sunlight hours and large temperature differences the whole plant turns pink. It grows slowly in summer and needs less water; it is extremely easy to propagate and form clusters, mainly by cuttings, and leaf cuttings also work.

A perennial miniature succulent; the plant is short, with very short branches and leaves pressed against the fleshy stem, the fleshy leaves are whorled, generally spreading in a spiral, the leaf tips have red edges after sunlight exposure, flowers are terminal, white, and the flowering period is generally April to May.

It likes sunlight, is drought-tolerant, tolerant of poor soil, slightly tolerant of half shade, not cold-tolerant, not suitable for overly moist soil or an environment with too little light; it has strong adaptability and is relatively easy to cultivate; growth slows at high summer temperatures, so appropriately increase light.

Care methods for White-flowered Crassula

Watering:during normal care keep the potting soil on the dry side, not too wet; in dry seasons you can spray a tiny amount of mist-like water on the leaves.

Temperature:the suitable growth temperature is around 20-28°C; overwinter indoors in winter, preferably with the indoor temperature not lower than 10°C.

Fertilizing:generally during the plant's growing season, spray a diluted foliar fertilizer once every 2 weeks or so.

Soil:for potting, choose a sandy soil with good aeration and drainage and rich in lime.

Pests and diseases:there are very few pests and diseases; during normal care just pay attention to ventilation and light.

Precautions for caring for White-flowered Crassula

White-flowered Crassula in pots has a certain drought tolerance; do not let water accumulate. When watering, if the soil is completely dry it must be watered thoroughly. When watering, for pots with holes in the bottom you can use the soaking method, and for plants in containers without holes you can use a small tool such as a spoon to water slowly.

When watering, try as much as possible not to let water accumulate on the leaves, and also prevent long-term water accumulation in the pot. At high summer temperatures, pay attention to ventilation and shading, and avoid harsh sun exposure; in other seasons, give plenty of sunlight during care.

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