Crassula arborescens
Silver Dollar Plant
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Silver Dollar Plant (Crassula arborescens) - Description
Crassula arborescens, the silver dollar plant, is a species of succulent plant in the Crassulaceae family. It is an endemic plant of the Western Cape, South Africa. It is a 2 to 4 ft (0. 6 to 1. 2 m) succulent shrub. It has round gray "Silver Dollar" leaves. It blooms in winter, with white to light pink flowers. It is cultivated as an ornamental plant for use in drought tolerant and succulent gardens, and in container gardens. It is also suitable for growing indoors as a houseplant.
Silver Dollar Plant (Crassula arborescens) - Blooming
Clusters of pink/red, star-shaped flowers, which bloom fall-spring in full sun.
Silver Dollar Plant (Crassula arborescens) - Growth
House plant, container plant, or landscaping shrub in tropical south. Fleshy leaves, stout trunk, sturdy limbs. Plant will stay small if kept in small container, but can reach up to 9 feet.
Silver Dollar Plant (Crassula arborescens) - Planting
Plant in soil with good drainage. Use caution in planting in areas with extreme summers or winters- plants should be shielded overhead from cold or heat overexposure. Sow seeds in early spring. Propagate from cuttings, stem or leaf, in spring or summer.
Silver Dollar Plant (Crassula arborescens) - Pest
Crassulas are susceptible to snails and slugs. To control snails and slugs, use snail bait.
Silver Dollar Plant (Crassula arborescens) - Interesting facts
Crassula come almost exclusively from South Africa, and often take on unusual geometric patterns in their growth.
Silver Dollar Plant (Crassula arborescens) - Soil and irrigation
Requires little to no water. Needs excellent drainage, let soil dry between waterings.
