At a time when succulent plants are in fashion, today we are going to know the benefits of Crassula capitella, a very special plant that becomes a novelty for lovers of this plant group.
Also known as Fire flame It is also famous for being considered a "succulent millionaire ”because it attracts money to the home. Myth or Reality? The truth is that nobody knows but if by those coincidences you have this plant in your house, I recommend you keep it because it is not a question of tempting fate ...
Characteristics of the Crassula capitella
Just by seeing this plant one discovers the beauty and particularity of the species. It is a plant with very special and attractive leaves, very rigid, with pink rosettes that are arranged along the stems of the plants and end in a point. The leaves are fleshy as they are responsible for storing water and one of the most striking aspects is that the shade of the red of the leaves varies according to the time of day, being more intense in the hours of stronger sun.
The flowers appear in summer and are spike-shaped, white in color and give off a mild aroma.
La Crassula capital is one of the types within the Crassula group, a genus that belongs to the family of the Crassulaceae. More than 600 species of succulent plants belong to this genus and most of them are native to South Africa, as is the case with this plant.
Tips and care of the plant
La Crassula capitella It is a perennial dwarf shrub that can reach a maximum height of 25 centimeters and it is a biennial plant. It is easy to reproduce so you can multiply it until you are fed up because it will be enough to divide the plant to obtain new shoots.
The most important thing when it comes to Crassula capitella care is to avoid excess watering as it does not tolerate humidity. It is preferable that it is somewhat dry than it is too wet. On the other hand, it is sensitive to insects and fungi, so it must be checked regularly to detect possible pests or diseases.
From time to time a transplant is recommended, always during the summer, always placing the plant in a sunny or semi-shady place. Avoid temperatures below 0 degrees Celsius as it is not resistant to cold.
Outside of these cares, there is not much else to do other than watch your plant grow healthy and strong as it does not need pruning or special fertilizers. Remember the issue of watering and your Crassula capitela will look healthy.