Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
cotyledonis
ID:
625612

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thunb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1778

Citation Micro:
Nova Acta Phys.-Med. Acad. Caes. Leop.-Carol. Nat. Cur. 6: 329 (1778)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000624944



Common Names

  • Cotyledonis Crassula
  • Cotyledonis Pygmyweed
  • Cotyledonis


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Synonyms

  • Purgosea cotyledonis Sweet [unknown]
  • Crassula cotyledon Haw. [unknown]
  • Crassula dubia Schönland [unknown]
  • Crassula rehmannii Baker f. [unknown]
  • Crassula tayloriae Schönland [unknown]
  • Globulea cotyledonis (Thunb.) P.V.Heath [unknown]
  • Crassula cephalophora dubia (Schönland) Schönland [unknown]
  • Crassula canescens Roem. & Schult. [unknown]
  • Crassula canescens latifolia Harv. [unknown]

Description

Crassula cotyledonis (also called Cotyledon Crassula, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Crassulaceae. It is a small shrub, up to 0.5 m tall, with small, fleshy, oval leaves. It is native to South Africa, and its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry shrubland and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Crassula cotyledonis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is drought tolerant and has a long flowering period.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Crassula cotyledonis are white or pink and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crassula cotyledonis is a hardy succulent that can be propagated from stem cuttings or leaf cuttings. It prefers well-draining soil and bright, indirect light. Water when the soil is dry and fertilize lightly in the summer months.

Where to Find Crassula cotyledonis

Crassula cotyledonis is native to South Africa. It can be found in dry, rocky areas and grasslands. It is often cultivated as an ornamental plant in gardens and greenhouses.

Crassula cotyledonis FAQ

What is the common name of Crassula cotyledonis?

Forked Jade Plant

What is the ideal light condition for Crassula cotyledonis?

Bright, indirect light

What is the ideal temperature for Crassula cotyledonis?

Average room temperature (65-75°F/18-24°C)

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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