Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
setulosa
ID:
626148

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 2: 347 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000625480

Common Names

  • Setulosa Crassula
  • Setulosa Plant
  • Setulosa Tower

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Synonyms

  • Crassula bloubergensis R.A.Dyer [unknown]
  • Crassula impressa N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Crassula scheppigiana Diels [unknown]
  • Crassula setulosa ramosa Schönland [unknown]
  • Crassula setulosa robusta Schönland [unknown]
  • Crassula setulosa ovata Schönland [unknown]
  • Crassula setulosa lanceolata Schönland [unknown]
  • Crassula setulosa setulosa [unknown]
  • Crassula setulosa basutica Schönland [unknown]
  • Crassula stachyera pulchella Harv. [unknown]
  • Crassula setulosa setulosa [unknown]

Description

Crassula setulosa (also called Bristly 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 setulosa 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 setulosa var. curta (N.E.Br.) Schönland
Crassula setulosa var. deminuta (Diels) Toelken
Crassula setulosa for. latipetala R.Fern.
Crassula setulosa var. jenkensii Schönland
Crassula setulosa var. longiciliata Toelken

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crassula setulosa 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 setulosa 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 setulosa prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered sparingly.

Where to Find Crassula setulosa

Crassula setulosa can be found in South Africa.

Crassula setulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crassula setulosa?

Crassula setulosa

What is the common name of Crassula setulosa?

Setulose Crassula

What type of soil does Crassula setulosa 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,

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