Smallseed Pygmyweed
Crassula longipes
Also known as: smallseed pygmyweed
- Native to:
- Argentina, Mexico, Paraguay, United States, Uruguay
iNaturalist: © jrichardabbott (iNaturalist #157978418)
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Crassulaceae
- Genus:
- Crassula
- Species:
- Crassula longipes
- USDA Symbol:
- CRLO7
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Annual
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 15 cm
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- jun,jul,aug
- Bloom Colors:
- white, pink
- Ground Cover:
- Yes
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to rocky, arid regions
Propagation & Germination
- Stratification:
- None required
- Germination Time:
- 14–30 days
- Notes:
- Seeds are tiny and require light for germination; surface sow and do not cover.
The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI