Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
alata
ID:
625436

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Berger

Source:
cmp

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam., ed. 2 [Engler & Prantl] 18a: 389. 1930

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000624768

Common Names

  • Alata Crassula
  • Alata Star Flower
  • Alata Star

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Synonyms

  • Tillaea alata Viv. [unknown]
  • Sedum confertum Delile [unknown]
  • Tillaea trichopoda Fenzl ex Boiss. [unknown]

Description

Crassula alata (also called Winged Crassula, 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 alata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Crassula alata sub. pharnaceoides (Fisch. & C.A.Mey.) Wickens & M.Bywater

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crassula alata 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 alata 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 alata

Crassula alata can be found in South Africa.

Crassula alata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crassula alata?

Crassula alata

What is the common name of Crassula alata?

Alata crassula

What is the family of Crassula alata?

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-2741470: Based on the initial data import
Alwin Berger (1871-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Berger' in the authors string.