Crassula ovata undulata

Common name: c

urly crassula

Family: Crassulaceae

Origin: South Africa

Plant description: evergreen succulent, branching shrub with curly fleshy leaves. It grows up to 60cm. 

Use: Wonderful sculptural plant for pots indoors and outdoors.

Light and position Prefer full sunlight tolerates semi-shade.

Water requirement: This plant requires a small amount of water so water sparingly in summer and reduce water in winter if over-watered it will rot. Allow the soil to dry out before watering. The plant tolerates long periods of drought.

Special care: Re-pot every third year. Grows well in well-drained soil and in loam soil. Fertilize in spring. Prune to remove unwanted material growing on the stem. 

Pest and diseases:  Aphids and spider mites.

Propagation: Tip and leaf cuttings are taken at any time of the year, but the ideal time is summer.