Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
quadrifaria
ID:
1408602

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.H.G.Jacobsen

Source:
BODATSA (SANBI)

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Aloe 51(2): 38 (2014 publ. 2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001421066

Common Names

  • Quadrifarious Crassula
  • Quadrifarious Leaf
  • Quadrifarious Plant

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Description

Crassula quadrifaria (also called Four-leaved crassula, among many other common names) is a succulent shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South Africa, and can be found in the Western Cape Province. It prefers dry soils and is found in rocky outcrops and dry scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Crassula quadrifaria is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as an erosion control plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Crassula quadrifaria sub. coegensis N.H.G.Jacobsen
Crassula quadrifaria sub. quadrifaria

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crassula quadrifaria is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crassula quadrifaria is a succulent that can be propagated by stem cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water sparingly and fertilize lightly.

Where to Find Crassula quadrifaria

Crassula quadrifaria is native to South Africa and can be found in the Fynbos biome.

Crassula quadrifaria FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crassula quadrifaria?

Crassula quadrifaria

What is the family of Crassula quadrifaria?

Crassulaceae

Where is Crassula quadrifaria found?

South America

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

Niels Henning Günther Jacobsen (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.H.G.Jacobsen' in the authors string.