Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
corallina
ID:
625599

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thunb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1782

Citation Micro:
Suppl. Pl. : 188 (1782)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000624931

Common Names

  • Corallina Crassula
  • Corallina Pygmyweed
  • Corallina

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Synonyms

  • Tetraphyle corallina Eckl. & Zeyh. [unknown]
  • Crassula dasyphylla Harv. [unknown]
  • Crassula simiana Schönland [unknown]
  • Creusa corallina (Thunb.) P.V.Heath [unknown]
  • Crassula corallina corallina [unknown]

Description

Crassula corallina (also called Coral Crassula, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Crassulaceae. It is a small shrub, up to 0.5 m tall, with small, fleshy, oval leaves. It is native to South Africa, and its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry shrubland and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Crassula corallina 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 corallina sub. macrorrhiza Toelken

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Crassula corallina 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 corallina is a succulent plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. To propagate, simply take stem cuttings and place them in a pot with a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Crassula corallina

Crassula corallina is native to South Africa. It can be found in dry, rocky areas and grasslands. It is often cultivated as an ornamental plant in gardens and greenhouses.

Crassula corallina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crassula corallina?

Crassula corallina

What is the common name of Crassula corallina?

Crassula

Where is Crassula corallina found?

Crassula corallina is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

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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