Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
scabrella
ID:
626112

Status:
valid

Authors:
Haw.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1821

Citation Micro:
Saxifrag. Enum. , Rev. Pl. Succ.: 11 (1821)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000625444



Common Names

  • Scabrella Crassula
  • Scabrella Plant
  • Scabrella Tower


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Synonyms

  • Crassula calycina Desf. [unknown]
  • Dasystemon calycinum DC. [unknown]

Description

Crassula scabrella (also called Scabrella 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 scabrella is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soils. It has attractive foliage and flowers, and can be used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crassula scabrella has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

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

Where to Find Crassula scabrella

Crassula scabrella can be found in South Africa, Namibia, and Botswana.

Crassula scabrella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crassula scabrella?

Crassula scabrella

What is the common name of Crassula scabrella?

Scabrella Crassula

What type of soil does Crassula scabrella 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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