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Crassula corymbulosa

Scientific Name: Crassula capitella ssp. thyrsiflora [Little Prince form]

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 6"-8"
  • W: 4"-6"

planting zones

  • 9b-12

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Crassula corymbulosa plant details

Crassula corymbulosa is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green and red foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - bright shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in alkaline, average, gritty, lean and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Crassula corymbulosa

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green and red
Mature size: 4 IN - 6 IN - wide, 6 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: houseplant, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Crassula corymbulosa

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Soil needs: alkaline, average, gritty, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This plant is stacked! Crassula corymbulosa, aka Shark’s Tooth, sports triangle-shaped leaves that grow around the stem, stacked on top of each other in a tall tower of succulent bliss. In order to achieve the red coloring, the plant needs LOTS of light and remember not to overwater. Ideal in warm climate landscapes and container gardens. Shark’s Tooth is especially happy sitting on your windowsill as a houseplant. Protect your PRINCE OF PARADISE™ from frost!

Gardening facts about Crassula corymbulosa plant

How to Grow Crassula corymbulosa

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in winter
  • Soil Needs

    • alkaline
    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • red
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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