Description
Crassula ovata is a hardy, evergreen, erect, succulent shrublet of which two subspecies are recognised.It has a tree-like appearance, with a single, light-brown to greyish-brown main stem, from which many small branches arise.The small, fleshy, dark-green leaves are slightly flattened and narrow.
The tiny, honey-scented, creamy-white to pink flowers are carried in many rounded inflorescences on the plant almost all year round but mainly April to September.The flowers attract a whole host of tiny insects which are the staple diet of lizards and frogs.
Used in traditional medicine.It is beautiful planted in amongst rocks or in a container.
Plant in sun or semi-shade in well-drained soil.
Size: up to 1m
Wildlife
Insects: The flowers attract a whole host of tiny insects which are the staple diet of lizards and frogs.
Uses
Medicinal: It is used in traditional medicine .
Distribution
Kwazulu Natal Eastern cape
Biome:Desert, Succulent Karoo
Habitat:Valley thicket