A dwarf, sprawling species which can get up to 4in tall. Grows lots of branches to form a cluster. Blushes a beautiful purple in the sun and when water stressed. Leaves are gently pointed with a rough surface tiny white dots. Leaves smell like maple syrup!
Crassula elegans is quite variable, and I have 2 other distinct strains which I also sell in my shop.
Full Sun
Let dry before watering again - water deeply
Shipped bare root, pot and soil not included
Crassula
Crassula is a genus of succulent plants within the Crassulaceae family, comprising about 200 accepted species. While native to various parts of the world, most cultivated Crassulas originate from the Eastern Cape of South Africa. These plants are characterized by alternating pairs of leaves along their stems, which can vary greatly in shape, size, and texture, often displaying colors highlighted with red, especially under stress. Crassulas range in size from less than an inch to six-foot shrubs and can be fuzzy, smooth, pointy, or round. They are usually propagated by stem or leaf cuttings and can tolerate mild frost, but extreme temperatures may cause them to lose leaves or die. A few species are monocarpic, dying after flowering. However, most show a burst of new growth after flowering.
