Crassula brevifolia

Also Known As

Bulliarda brevifolia
Crassula brevifolia subsp. brevifolia,
Crassula flavovirens
Crassula montis-draconis
Crassula pearsonii

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 6"-20"
W: 6"-20"

planting zones

10a-12

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Crassula brevifolia plant details

Crassula brevifolia is an evergreen cactus / succulent with chartreuse, gold, green and red foliage. In summer pink and white flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - bright shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Crassula brevifolia

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen chartreuse, gold, green and red
Mature size: 6 IN - 20 IN - wide, 6 IN - 20 IN - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, houseplant, rock garden, tropical-looking, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Crassula brevifolia

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This cute, petite crassula with bright foliage makes a great focal piece or colorful accent in your home. Features small, plump, triangular succulent leaves which grow along tall, thin, upright woody branches. Leaves are pale yellow to lime green with pink edges. May turn deeper red under intense sunlight. Clusters of pale pink flowers appear in fall. Ideal in warm climate landscapes and container gardens. Crassula brevifolia is especially happy sitting on your windowsill as a houseplant!