Crassula capitella

Updated on Jan 13, 2024

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Kingdom Plantae Family Crassulaceae Rank Species		Order Saxifragales Genus Crassula

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Crassula capitella or the Campfire Plant is a perennial succulent plant native to southern Africa.

Description

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It grows to a height of about 6 inches tall and will be damaged when exposed to temperatures below 30 °F (−1 °C). It has narrow, pointed stacked leaves.

It is mostly biennial, blooming in the summer with white flowers, with one rosette.

Cultivation

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Crassula capitella prefer full sun to partial shade, average watering needs, and shouldn't be exposed to temperatures below 30 °F (−1 °C). It may suffer from foliage edema, which may be the result of rapid changes in moisture.

Distribution

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Crassula capitella is native to southern Africa; it is found in Transvaal, Free State, Eastern Cape, and in some parts of southern Namibia and Botswana.