Crassula 'Ivory Pagoda'

Scientific Name

Crassula 'Ivory Pagoda'

Scientific Classification

Family: Crassulaceae
Subfamily: Crassuloideae
Genus: Crassula

Origin

Crassula 'Ivory Pagoda' is a hybrid created by Myron Kimnach in 1962. It results from a cross between Crassula perfoliata var. minor (formerly known as Crassula falcata) and Crassula barklyi.

Description

Crassula 'Ivory Pagoda' is a small succulent that forms unbranched columns of tightly packed, white-frosted leaves that stay their color best in strong sunlight. It slowly grows and can reach a height of 5 inches (12.5 cm). Young shoots develop at the base of the plant.

During the winter, Crassula 'Ivory Pagoda' produces cream-colored to pinkish flowers in dense, rounded terminal clusters.

Hardiness

USDA hardiness zones 9b to 11b: from 25 °F (−3.9 °C) to 50 °F (+10 °C).

How to Grow and Care

Crassulas are easy to grow but susceptible to mealy bugs and fungal diseases. As with all succulents, overwatering is sure to be fatal, so err on the side of being too dry rather than too wet. Never let your plant sit in water. If you water from beneath by allowing the plant to sit in a saucer, pour off any excess water after a few minutes.

These succulents are generally started by division, offsets, or leaf cuttings. Crassulas can be easily propagated from a single leaf. Sprout leaves by placing them into a potting mix for succulents, then cover the dish until they sprout.

Repot as needed, preferably during the warm season. To repot your Crassula, ensure the soil is dry before repotting, then gently remove the pot. Knock away the old soil from the roots, removing any rotted or dead roots. Treat any cuts with a fungicide. Place the plant in its new pot and backfill it with potting soil, spreading the roots as you repot. Leave the plant dry for a week or so, then begin to water lightly to reduce the risk of root rot.

Learn more at How to Grow and Care for Crassula.

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