Pricklyseed Pygmyweed

Crassula viridis

Native to:
Brazil, Mexico, United States

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Crassulaceae
Genus:
Crassula
Species:
Crassula viridis
USDA Symbol:
CRVI6

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Annual
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
30 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
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:
6.0 - 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 very fine and require light for germination; surface sow and keep moist.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI