Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
lasiantha
ID:
625816

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Mey. ex Harv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 2: 344 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000625148

Common Names

  • Lasiantha Crassula
  • Lasiantha Jade Plant
  • Lasiantha Crassula Plant

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Synonyms

  • Crassula capitellata E.Mey. ex Harv. & Sond. [unknown]

Description

Crassula lasiantha (also called 'Lasian 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 lasiantha 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 lasiantha 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crassula lasiantha is a succulent that can be propagated 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 lasiantha prefers bright, indirect sunlight and should be fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Crassula lasiantha

Crassula lasiantha is native to South Africa.

Crassula lasiantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crassula lasiantha?

Crassula lasiantha

What is the common name of Crassula lasiantha?

Crassula

Where is Crassula lasiantha found?

Crassula lasiantha 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,

References

William Henry Harvey (1811-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harv.' in the authors string.
Ernst Heinrich Friedrich Meyer (1791-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Mey.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:273232-1: Based on the initial data import