Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
aquatica
ID:
625469

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Schönland

Source:
cmp

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 3(2): 37 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000624801

Common Names

  • Aquatica Crassula
  • Aquatica Star Flower
  • Aquatica Star

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Description

Crassula aquatica (also called Water 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 wet, marshy areas. It can also be found in grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Crassula aquatica 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 aquatica 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 aquatica 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 aquatica

Crassula aquatica can be found in South Africa.

Crassula aquatica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crassula aquatica?

Crassula aquatica

What is the common name of Crassula aquatica?

Water Crassula

What is the natural habitat of Crassula aquatica?

Wetlands 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-2741500: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Selmar Schonland (1860-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schönland' in the authors string.