Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
aphylla
ID:
625466

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schönland & Baker f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 36: 371 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000624798

Common Names

  • Aphylla Crassula
  • Aphylla Star Flower
  • Aphylla Star

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Description

Crassula aphylla (also called Leafless Crassula, among many other common names) is a succulent plant with no leaves, only stems. It is 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 aphylla 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 aphylla 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 aphylla 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 aphylla

Crassula aphylla can be found in South Africa.

Crassula aphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crassula aphylla?

Crassula aphylla

What is the common name of Crassula aphylla?

Leafless Crassula

What is the natural habitat of Crassula aphylla?

Deserts of South Africa

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-2741499: Based on the initial data import
Selmar Schonland (1860-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schönland' in the authors string.
Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.