Crassula nudicaulis var. platyphylla

Also Known As

Crassula nudicaulis var. burgundy
Crassula platyphylla
Crassula platyphylla 'Burgundy'

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

9b-12

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Crassula nudicaulis var. platyphylla plant details

Crassula nudicaulis var. platyphylla is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green and red foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Crassula nudicaulis var. platyphylla

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green and red
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, rock garden, tropical-looking, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Crassula nudicaulis var. platyphylla

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low

Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This compact form of the Jade Plant features oval-shaped, lime-green leaves which grow in a low, upright, mound. The foliage flushes bright red to burgundy under environmental stress, whether it be drought conditions, hot sunlight, or cold spells. Displays small clusters of greenish-white flowers atop thin stalks. Ideal in warm climate landscapes and container gardens. Burgundy Jade plant is especially happy sitting on your windowsill as a houseplant. Protect your PRINCE OF PARADISE™ from frost!

By: Little Prince of Oregon

A tidy succulent with a shrub like habit, Crassula platyphylla 'Burgundy' has fleshy elliptical medium green leaves flushed with burgundy, which becomes a deeper red with cooler temperatures. Use in container plantings when you need weight and upright growth. Shipping 4" pots