General Plant Information (Edit)
| Plant Habit: |
Cactus/Succulent
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| Life cycle: |
Perennial
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| Sun Requirements: |
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Partial or Dappled Shade
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| Water Preferences: |
Mesic
Dry Mesic
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| Soil pH Preferences: |
Moderately acid (5.6 – 6.0)
Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5)
Neutral (6.6 – 7.3)
Slightly alkaline (7.4 – 7.8)
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| Minimum cold hardiness: |
Zone 9a -6.7 °C (20 °F) to -3.9 °C (25 °F)
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| Plant Height: |
12 to 24 inches |
| Plant Spread: |
24 to 36 inches |
| Leaves: |
Evergreen
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| Flowers: |
Inconspicuous
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| Flower Color: |
Yellow
Other: Cream
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| Bloom Size: |
Under 1"
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| Flower Time: |
Spring
Summer
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| Suitable Locations: |
Xeriscapic
Houseplant
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| Uses: |
Groundcover
Suitable for miniature gardens
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| Resistances: |
Drought tolerant
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| Propagation: Other methods: |
Cuttings: Stem
Cuttings: Leaf
Division
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| Containers: |
Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Needs excellent drainage in pots
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| Awards and Recognitions: |
RHS AGM
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- String of Buttons
- Pagoda Plant
- Crassula
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- Necklace Vine
Posted by
Baja_Costero (Baja California - Zone 11b) on Jun 12, 2021 10:00 AM concerning plant:
South African succulent with small leaves and long(ish) stems that grow upright at first, like little towers, then later sprawl all around, to about 2-3 feet long in old age. The leaves are green with red edges in strong light, appearing in opposite pairs that are joined at the base. Flowers are tiny, yellow, numerous and terminal; inflorescences should be removed after flowering to maintain a good appearance. Branches may appear at the base or higher up, and branching is a typical consequence of flowering.
This plant is common and extremely well behaved in cultivation. Stems can be induced to branch profusely at a young age by beheading, and a cutting may root and double in size within 3 months. Start several stems in the same pot for the fullest look early on. A multi-stemmed plant may be kept in a 10 inch pot for life. Vulnerable to attack by scale insects. Strong light is important. Best appearance in full sun (in mild climates).
Posted by
a2b1c3 (seattle wa) on Dec 11, 2012 6:01 PM concerning plant:
seems to handle cold down to freezing for short times
Posted by
SongofJoy (Clarksville, TN - Zone 6b) on May 28, 2017 11:17 AM concerning plant:
Native to South Africa. Can lose roots if the soil remains cold and wet for too long. Protect from frost.
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On December 28, 2020 |
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