Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
macowaniana
ID:
625854

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schönland & Baker f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 36: 361 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000625186

Common Names

  • Macowaniana Crassula
  • Macowaniana Jade Plant
  • Macowaniana Crassula Plant

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Synonyms

  • Crassula ramosa sensu Eckl. & Zeyh., Harv., non Thunb. [deprecated]

Description

Crassula macowaniana (also called 'Macowan'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 macowaniana 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 flowers of Crassula macowaniana are white and star-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crassula macowaniana is a succulent plant that is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. To propagate, take a cutting from a healthy stem and allow the cut end to dry out for a few days before planting it in a pot filled with well-draining soil. Water the soil lightly and keep it in a warm, bright area. The cutting should take root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Crassula macowaniana

Crassula macowaniana is native to South Africa.

Crassula macowaniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crassula macowaniana?

Crassula macowaniana

What is the common name of Crassula macowaniana?

Crassula

Where is Crassula macowaniana found?

Crassula macowaniana 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2741861: Based on the initial data import
Selmar Schonland (1860-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schönland' in the authors string.
Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.