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Crassula nemorosa

Scientific Name:

Crassula nemorosa

Common name:

Family:

Crassulaceae

Sub-Family:

Crassuloideae

Tribe:

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Genus:

Crassula

Origin:

South Africa

Hardiness Zone:

13b

10a

ABout the PLant

The Crassula nemorosa is a succulent native to South Africa, with a long and fascinating history. It is an evergreen perennial that can grow up to two feet tall and wide, forming clumps of rosettes with thick, fleshy leaves. The leaves are usually green in color but can also be variegated with shades of yellow or pink. In the summer months, the plant produces small white flowers that are very fragrant. The Crassula nemorosa is easy to care for and requires minimal maintenance. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly during the growing season. During winter months, it should be kept dry and only watered when the soil has completely dried out. To keep this succulent looking its best, it should be fertilized every few weeks during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer. This succulent has been used for centuries as an ornamental plant in gardens around the world due to its attractive foliage and ease of care. It was first introduced into Europe from South Africa in 1737 by botanist Carl Linnaeus who described it as “a very beautiful plant”. Since then, it has become popular among gardeners for its hardiness and low maintenance requirements. Today, the Crassula nemorosa is still widely cultivated around the world as an ornamental plant due to its beauty and versatility in gardens or containers indoors or outdoors. With proper care, this succulent will provide years of enjoyment with its lush foliage and fragrant blooms!
The Crassula nemorosa succulent does best in bright indirect light. It can tolerate direct light for short periods of time, but should be protected from intense, direct sunlight. For optimal growth and health, it needs medium light and should not be kept in low light conditions.
The Crassula nemorosa succulent is a low-maintenance plant that thrives in well-draining soil. It prefers a slightly acidic soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5, and should be amended with organic matter such as compost or peat moss to provide additional nutrients. The soil should also be kept lightly moist but not soggy, as the plant is prone to root rot if overwatered.
The Crassula nemorosa succulent is a drought-tolerant plant that prefers to be watered only when the soil is completely dry. It should be watered deeply and infrequently, about once every 2-3 weeks during the growing season and even less often in winter. Make sure to avoid overwatering, as this can cause root rot.
The ideal humidity conditions for the Crassula nemorosa succulent are relatively low. It prefers an environment with humidity levels between 40-50%. Keeping the air too humid can cause root rot and other issues, so it's important to keep an eye on the humidity levels in your home or office.