Scientific name: Crassula capitella
Common name: Campfire Crassula
The green, propeller-shaped leaves of this fast growing Succulent can turn bright red in full sun or cool weather. It attracts bees and butterflies.
Quick Look at Crassula capitella
- Full sun to partial shade
- Typical water needs for a succulent
- Plant grows up to 5″ (61 cm) tall
Plant grows up to 36″ (13 cm) wide - Zone 10a (Minimum 30° F | -1.1° C)
- Not cold hardy
- Propagation by cuttings, offsets
- Can be toxic to humans and animals
- Summer Dormant
General Care for Crassula capitella “Campfire Crassula”
There is a lot of interest in the winter garden, where the red color shines through. It can be used as ground cover or as a spiller in container gardens.
Watering
The watering needs for a succulent are typical. The “soak and dry” method will allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings.
Where to Plant
If you live in a zone that gets colder than 30 F (- 1.1 C), it’s best to plant this plant in a container that can be brought indoors. It does well in both full and partial sun.
There is an area of your garden that gets 6 hours of sunlight a day.
How to Propagate Crassula capitella “Campfire Crassula”
Stem cuttings can easily be used to grow Crassula capitella. It can be grown from offsets.
Stem Cuttings
A sterile knife or pair of scissors is needed to grow Campfire Crassula. Allow the main plant’s stem to callous for several days before placing it on well-draining soil. Water whenever the soil has dried out.
Offsets
There will be small offsets around the base of the plant. Pull these up and allow the offsets to dry for a day or two.
