Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
sericea
ID:
626140

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schönland

Source:
cmp

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 45: 254 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000625472

Common Names

  • Sericea Crassula
  • Sericea Plant
  • Sericea Tower

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Synonyms

  • Crassula dewinteri Friedrich [unknown]
  • Crassula klinghardtensis Schönland [unknown]
  • Crassula sericea sericea [unknown]
  • Crassula dewinteri Friedr. [deprecated]

Description

Crassula sericea (also called Silky Crassula, among many other common names) is a small, succulent shrub with small, white flowers and thick, oval leaves. It is native to South Africa, and is typically found in rocky, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Crassula sericea is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soils. Its attractive foliage and flowers make it a great addition to any garden.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Crassula sericea var. hottentotta (Marloth & Schönland) Toelken
Crassula sericea var. velutina (Friedrich) Toelken

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crassula sericea has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crassula sericea is a succulent plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or from offsets. To propagate from stem cuttings, cut a stem from the main plant and let it dry for a few days before planting it in well-draining soil. To propagate from offsets, carefully remove the offsets from the main plant and let them dry for a few days before planting them in well-draining soil. Crassula sericea prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered sparingly.

Where to Find Crassula sericea

Crassula sericea can be found in South Africa.

Crassula sericea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crassula sericea?

Crassula sericea

What is the common name of Crassula sericea?

Silky Crassula

What type of soil does Crassula sericea prefer?

Well-draining, sandy soil

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-2742133: Based on the initial data import
Selmar Schonland (1860-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schönland' in the authors string.