Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
acinaciformis
ID:
625427

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schinz

Source:
cmp

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier 2: 204 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000624759

Common Names

  • Acinaciformis Crassula
  • Acinaciformis Star Flower
  • Acinaciformis Star

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Synonyms

  • Crassula aloides N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Crassula goetzeana Engl. [unknown]
  • Crassula inaequalis Schönland [unknown]

Description

Crassula acinaciformis (also called Shark's Tooth Plant, among many other common names) is a succulent plant with long, narrow leaves that are green to gray-green in color. It is native to South Africa and typically grows in rocky, dry areas. It can also be found in grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Crassula acinaciformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crassula acinaciformis is a yellow, 5-petalled flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, globose capsule. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crassula acinaciformis is a succulent plant that can be propagated by stem cuttings or leaf cuttings. It prefers a well-draining soil and should be watered sparingly. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Crassula acinaciformis

Crassula acinaciformis can be found in South Africa.

Crassula acinaciformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crassula acinaciformis?

Crassula acinaciformis

What is the common name of Crassula acinaciformis?

Acinaciformis crassula

What is the family of Crassula acinaciformis?

Crassulaceae

Species in the Crassula genus

Crassula ankaratrensis, Crassula bevilanensis, Crassula acinaciformis, Crassula alata, Crassula alba, Crassula alcicornis, Crassula alpestris, Crassula alsinoides, Crassula alstonii, Crassula alticola, Crassula ammophila, Crassula aphylla, Crassula aquatica, Crassula arborescens, Crassula atropurpurea, Crassula aurusbergensis, Crassula ausensis, Crassula badspoortensis, Crassula barbata, Crassula barklyi, Crassula basaltica, Crassula bergioides, Crassula biplanata, Crassula brachystachya, Crassula brevifolia, Crassula campestris, Crassula capensis, Crassula capitella, Crassula ciliata, Crassula clavata, Crassula closiana, Crassula coccinea, Crassula colligata, Crassula colorata, Crassula columella, Crassula columnaris, Crassula compacta, Crassula congesta, Crassula connata, Crassula cooperi, Crassula corallina, Crassula cordata, Crassula cordifolia, Crassula cotyledonis, Crassula cremnophila, Crassula crenulata, Crassula cultrata, Crassula cymbiformis, Crassula cymosa, Crassula deceptor,

Species in the Crassulaceae family

Adromischus alstonii, Adromischus bicolor, Adromischus caryophyllaceus, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus cristatus, Adromischus diabolicus, Adromischus fallax, Adromischus filicaulis, Adromischus hemisphericus, Adromischus humilis, Adromischus inamoenus, Adromischus leucophyllus, Adromischus liebenbergii, Adromischus maculatus, Adromischus mammillaris, Adromischus marianae, Adromischus maximus, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus nanus, Adromischus phillipsiae, Adromischus roaneanus, Adromischus schuldtianus, Adromischus sphenophyllus, Adromischus subdistichus, Adromischus subviridis, Adromischus triflorus, Adromischus trigynus, Adromischus umbraticola, Adromischus coleorum, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus triflorus, Aeonium loartei, Aeonium uhlii, Aeonium aguajilvense, Aeonium aizoon, Aeonium anagense, Aeonium anagensis, Aeonium appendiculatum, Aeonium arboreum, Aeonium aureum, Aeonium balsamiferum, Aeonium barbatum, Aeonium beltranii, Aeonium bollei, Aeonium burchardii, Aeonium canariense, Aeonium castellodecorum, Aeonium castello-paivae, Aeonium ciliatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2741462: Based on the initial data import
Hans Schinz (1858-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schinz' in the authors string.