Status:
valid
Authors:
(Allan) A.P.Druce & Given
Source:
cmp
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 22: 583 (1984 publ. 1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000625135
Common Names
- Kirkii Crassula
- Kirkii Jade Plant
- Kirkii Crassula Plant
Synonyms
- Crassula diffusa (Kirk) Cockayne [unknown]
- Tillaea kirkii Allan [unknown]
- Tillaea diffusa Kirk [unknown]
Description
Crassula kirkii (also called 'Kirk's Stonecrop', among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial succulent plant native to South Africa. It has thick, fleshy, light green leaves that are arranged in a rosette pattern. It is found in rocky areas, grasslands, and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Crassula kirkii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It can also be used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Crassula kirkii 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 kirkii is a succulent plant that is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. Cut off a stem from the mother plant and allow it to dry for a few days before planting in well-draining soil. Water the soil and keep it moist until the cutting has taken root. Crassula kirkii prefers bright, indirect sunlight and should be fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Crassula kirkii
Crassula kirkii can be found in the wild in South Africa and Namibia.
Crassula kirkii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crassula kirkii?
Crassula kirkii
What is the common name of Crassula kirkii?
Crassula
Where is Crassula kirkii found?
Crassula kirkii 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,