Crassula lycopodioides

Crassula Muscosa

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Common Name: 

Crassula Muscosa

Plant Type: 

Foliage color: 

Green

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Maximum temperature: 

40°C

Minimum temperature: 

10°C

Crassula Muscosa (Crassula lycopodioides) - Description

Crassula muscosa (Linnaeus, 1760), also named Crassula lycopodioides (Lamarck) or Crassula pseudolycopodioides, is a succulent plant native to South Africa and belonging to the family of Crassulaceae and to the genus Crassula. It is common as a houseplant worldwide and is commonly known as Rattail Crassula, Watch Chain, Lizard's Tail, Zipper Plant and Princess Pine.

Crassula Muscosa (Crassula lycopodioides) - Blooming

Clusters of pink/red, star-shaped flowers, which bloom fall-spring in full sun.

Crassula Muscosa (Crassula lycopodioides) - 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.

Crassula Muscosa (Crassula lycopodioides) - 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.

Crassula Muscosa (Crassula lycopodioides) - Pest

Crassulas are susceptible to snails and slugs. To control snails and slugs, use snail bait.

Crassula Muscosa (Crassula lycopodioides) - Interesting facts

Crassula come almost exclusively from South Africa, and often take on unusual geometric patterns in their growth.

Crassula Muscosa (Crassula lycopodioides) - Soil and irrigation

Requires little to no water. Needs excellent drainage, let soil dry between waterings.

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