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Crassula arborescens is a succulent shrub growing 2-4 feet tall with a single main trunk up to 6 cm in diameter. It features thickened gray-green branches and distinctive rounded, red-edged gray leaves resembling silver dollars, covered in a powdery coating and spotted with visible water gaps. Older shoots develop peeling yellowish-brown bark. In summer, it produces terminal clusters of star-shaped white or pink flowers up to 20mm wide on 5-8 cm tall inflorescences.
Plant Care Overview
Care Guide
Essential requirements for your Crassula arborescens
Light Requirements
Full sun exposure
Light conditions can affect leaf color and growth rate. Adjust placement as needed based on your plant's response.
Watering Schedule
Humidity Needs
low humidity
Always check soil moisture before watering. Adjust frequency based on your home's conditions.
Temperature Range
Native Climate
Native to Western Cape, Eastern Cape, and southern KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa
Keep away from drafts, heaters, and air conditioners which can stress your plant.
Soil Type
Well-draining, sandy soil
Fertilizer
Balanced houseplant fertilizer during growing season
Consider repotting every 1-2 years to refresh soil nutrients and accommodate growth.
Propagation
Methods to grow more Crassula arborescens plants
Propagation methods for this plant are not available yet.
Plant Info
Characteristics and background information
Western Cape, Eastern Cape, and southern KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa
2 to 4 feet tall
Perennial
Pet safety unknown
Indoor Blooming
This plant can produce flowers indoors when given proper care.
Bloom Season
Summer
Flower Description
Star-shaped light pink or white flowers with 18-20mm diameter, featuring lanceolate petals 9-10mm long and purple anthers
Fun Fact
Its distinctive circular gray leaves with red margins resemble stacks of silver coins, earning it multiple money-related common names.
Troubleshooting
Solutions for typical issues with your Crassula arborescens
Stretched, leggy growth with wider spacing between leaves
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