Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
alticola
ID:
625455

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Fern.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot. , sér. 2.A, 52: 182 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000624787

Common Names

  • Alticola Crassula
  • Alticola Star Flower
  • Alticola Star

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Description

Crassula alticola (also called High-Growing 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 alticola 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 alticola 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 alticola 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 alticola

Crassula alticola can be found in South Africa.

Crassula alticola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crassula alticola?

Crassula alticola

What is the common name of Crassula alticola?

Alticola crassula

What is the family of Crassula alticola?

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,

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