Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kirk) Cockayne
Source:
cmp
Year:
1907
Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. New Zealand Inst. 39: 349. 1907 [Jun 1907]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000625092
Common Names
- Helmsii Crassula
- Helmsii Jade Plant
- Helmsii Crassula Plant
Synonyms
- Tillaea helmsii Kirk [unknown]
- Tillaea recurva Hook.f. [unknown]
- Bulliarda recurva Hook.f. [unknown]
- Crassula recurva (Hook.f.) Ostenf. [unknown]
- Crassula helmsii (Kirk) A.Berger [unknown]
Description
Crassula helmsii (also called Helms' Crassula, among many other common names) is an evergreen succulent shrub native to South Africa. It has small, fleshy, grey-green leaves that form a dense, upright mound. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is drought-tolerant.
Uses & Benefits
Crassula helmsii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Crassula helmsii is a small, white flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Crassula helmsii is a low-maintenance succulent that can be propagated from stem cuttings or leaf cuttings. It prefers well-draining soil and bright, indirect light. Water when the soil is dry and fertilize lightly in the summer months.
Where to Find Crassula helmsii
Crassula helmsii is native to South Africa. It can be found in the wild in the mountains of the country.
Crassula helmsii FAQ
What is the common name of Crassula helmsii?
Helms' Jade Plant
What is the ideal light condition for Crassula helmsii?
Bright, indirect light
What is the ideal temperature for Crassula helmsii?
Average room temperature (65-75°F/18-24°C)
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,