Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
nudicaulis
ID:
625945

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 283 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000625277

Common Names

  • Nudicaulis Crassula
  • Naked-stem Crassula
  • Naked-stalk Crassula

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Synonyms

  • Purgosea hirta G.Don [unknown]
  • Purgosea cephalophora G.Don [unknown]
  • Sedum canescens Kuntze [unknown]
  • Crassula canescens (Haw.) Sweet [unknown]
  • Crassula cephalophora Thunb. [unknown]
  • Crassula hirta Thunb. [unknown]
  • Crassula lingula D.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Crassula obfalcata hort. ex Willd. [unknown]
  • Crassula obvallaris hort. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Crassula obvallata L. [unknown]
  • Crassula sulcata (Haw.) D.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Globulea canescens Haw. [unknown]
  • Globulea lingua Haw. [unknown]
  • Globulea nudicaulis Haw. [unknown]
  • Globulea obvallata Haw. [unknown]
  • Globulea sulcata Haw. [unknown]
  • Crassula cephalophora basutica Schönland [unknown]
  • Crassula hirta dyeri Schönland [unknown]
  • Crassula cephalophora tayloriae Schönland [unknown]
  • Globulea nudicaulis (Friedrich) P.V.Heath [unknown]
  • Crassula nudicaulis nudicaulis [unknown]
  • Crassula platyphylla sensu Schonl., Jacot-Guill., non Harv. [deprecated]
  • Crassula sulcata D.Dietr. [unknown]

Description

Crassula nudicaulis (also called Naked-stem Crassula, among many other common names) is a succulent shrub native to South Africa. It has small, oval-shaped leaves that are arranged in a rosette pattern and are green in color. It has a naked stem and grows in dry, rocky areas and prefers full sun exposure.

Uses & Benefits

Crassula nudicaulis is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin infections and reducing inflammation.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Crassula nudicaulis var. herrei (Friedrich) Toelken
Crassula nudicaulis var. platyphylla (Harv.) Toelken

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Crassula nudicaulis are small, white, and star-shaped. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crassula nudicaulis can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a bright, indirect light. The plant will flower in the spring and summer months.

Where to Find Crassula nudicaulis

Crassula nudicaulis can be found in South Africa, in the Eastern Cape and Western Cape provinces.

Crassula nudicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crassula nudicaulis?

Crassula nudicaulis

What is the common name of Crassula nudicaulis?

Naked-stalked Crassula

What is the natural habitat of Crassula nudicaulis?

It is native to South Africa

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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