Crassula socialis is a small succulent perennial, up to 60 mm high when in flower, which forms dense cushions of numerous rosettes. The rosettes are made up of four rows of leaves (4-seriate), and are between 15 and 20 mm in diameter. The leaves are flat, 4-7 x 4-6 mm, with an ovate to almost circular shape, usually pointing downward and with a red flush. The inflorescence is slender, sometimes branched, 30-60 mm long. Each flower is white, cup-shaped, and the petals are 2-2.5 mm long.
How to Grow and Care
Crassula is a simply magnificent succulent plant family that is perfectly suited to growing indoors. Care, from repotting to pruning and watering, is easy.
Repot as needed, preferably during the warm season. To repot your Crassula, make sure the soil is dry before repotting, then gently remove the pot. Knock away the old soil from the roots, making sure to remove any rotted or dead roots in the process. Treat any cuts with a fungicide. Place the plant in its new pot and backfill with potting soil, spreading the roots out as you repot. Leave the plant dry for a week or so, then begin to water lightly to reduce the risk of root rot.
Origin: Crassula socialis Native to South Africa (Eastern Cape).
Hardiness:
Hardiness USDA zone ??
Soil: Crassula plants need very well draining soil, but they are not particular about soil pH. Sandy or even rocky soil is fine.
Water: As succulents, they don't need frequent watering, since they store it in their leaves. If they are left to sit in wet soil, their roots will rot. During cooler months, give them a good drenching and then allow the soil to dry out, before watering again. Crassula plants go dormant when the temperature gets hot in summer and need even less water.
Feeding: Feed sparingly. You can give your plants a little organic fertilizer in mid-spring, as they start actively growing.
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- Scientific Name: Crassula socialis Schönland
- Common Names: Ivory Towers, Kommadagga crassula
- Family: Crassulaceae
- Subfamily: Crassuloideae
- Genus: Crassula
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Crassula is a simply magnificent succulent plant family that is perfectly suited to growing indoors. Care, from repotting to pruning and watering, is easy.
Repot as needed, preferably during the warm season. To repot your Crassula, make sure the soil is dry before repotting, then gently remove the pot. Knock away the old soil from the roots, making sure to remove any rotted or dead roots in the process. Treat any cuts with a fungicide. Place the plant in its new pot and backfill with potting soil, spreading the roots out as you repot. Leave the plant dry for a week or so, then begin to water lightly to reduce the risk of root rot.
Origin: Crassula socialis Native to South Africa (Eastern Cape).
Hardiness:
Hardiness USDA zone ??
Soil: Crassula plants need very well draining soil, but they are not particular about soil pH. Sandy or even rocky soil is fine.
Water: As succulents, they don't need frequent watering, since they store it in their leaves. If they are left to sit in wet soil, their roots will rot. During cooler months, give them a good drenching and then allow the soil to dry out, before watering again. Crassula plants go dormant when the temperature gets hot in summer and need even less water.
Feeding: Feed sparingly. You can give your plants a little organic fertilizer in mid-spring, as they start actively growing.
- ALSO READ some more info HOW TO GROW AND CARE FOR CRASSULA
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