Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
colorata
ID:
625572

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ostenf.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Dansk Bot. Ark. 2(8): 45 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000624904

Common Names

  • Colored Crassula
  • Colored Pygmyweed
  • Colored

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Synonyms

  • Tillaea colorata Nees [unknown]
  • Tillaea adscendens Nees [unknown]
  • Crassula intricata Ostenf. [unknown]
  • Tillaea intricata Nees [unknown]
  • Crassula intricata (Nees) Ostenfeld [unknown]

Description

Crassula colorata (also called Colored Crassula, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Crassulaceae. It is a small succulent that can grow up to 10 cm tall. It is native to South Africa, and is found in dry grassland and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Crassula colorata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is drought tolerant and has a long flowering period.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Crassula colorata var. acuminata (Reader) Toelken
Crassula colorata var. miriamae (Ostenf.) Toelken

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Crassula colorata are white or pink and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crassula colorata is a succulent plant that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by stem or leaf cuttings, or by division. Water it regularly during the growing season, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. It is relatively drought-tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Crassula colorata

Crassula colorata can be found in South Africa.

Crassula colorata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crassula colorata?

Crassula colorata

What type of plant is Crassula colorata?

Succulent

What is the optimal growing temperature for Crassula colorata?

50-90°F

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