Crassula multicava subsp. multicava

Crassula multicava
Crassula multicava
Crassula multicava

Common names: fairy crassula (English). 
Botanical name: Crassula multicava subsp. multicava

The fairy crassula, Crassula multicava, is a mat-forming evergreen succulent groundcover. Rounded glossy leaves have tiny holes, giving a pitted look, and masses of small starry white flowers. Thrives in shade or semi-shade. Spreads easily from leaves rooting when they fall off. Popular in rock gardens, containers, and mass plantings. Used traditionally as an emetic and protective charm. An easy, uniform groundcover for shady areas. Propagate from cuttings or transplanted self-sown plants. Long-lived and responds well to pruning.

Uses & Benefits: indoor, medicine, pot plant


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Family: Crassulaceae
Type: ground cover, succulent
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