Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
alsinoides
ID:
625452

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Akad. Wiss. Berlin 1891(2): 231 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000624784

Common Names

  • Alsinoides Crassula
  • Alsinoides Star Flower
  • Alsinoides Star

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Synonyms

  • Tillaea alsinoides Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Cotyledon alsinoides Engl. [unknown]
  • Crassula nummulariifolia Baker [unknown]
  • Crassula pellucida alsinoides (Hook.f.) Toelken [unknown]

Description

Crassula alsinoides (also called Star-Leaf Crassula, among many other common names) is a succulent plant with star-shaped 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 alsinoides 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 alsinoides is white and bell-shaped. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crassula alsinoides can be propagated by division or stem cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be grown in full sun or partial shade. Water regularly during the growing season and reduce watering in the winter. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Crassula alsinoides

Crassula alsinoides can be found in South Africa.

Crassula alsinoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crassula alsinoides?

Crassula alsinoides

What is the common name of Crassula alsinoides?

Alsinoides crassula

What is the family of Crassula alsinoides?

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