Name: #32 Crassula mesembryanthemoides Mini
Brand: The Succulent Source
SKU: EXACT 2in - #32 Crassula mesembryanthemoides Mini
Price: 3.91 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)

#32 Crassula mesembryanthemoides Mini-Succulent - Small - Exact 2in Type-The Succulent Source

#32 Crassula mesembryanthemoides Mini-Succulent - Small - Exact Type-The Succulent Source

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The Succulent Source · Plant notes

Meet Fuzzy Mini Crassula.

Soft succulent · Protect from frostOverwinter frost-free. Move indoors or to a frost-free shelter before freezing weather; avoid cold wet roots.

Fine white hairs soften the look of the green, elongated leaves of Crassula mesembryanthemoides, creating a lightly frosted appearance.

What you’re ordering: the specific nursery type shown in this listing. Photos show examples from our nursery; your individual plant will vary.

LightBright light; introduce sun gradually
WaterLet the mix dry between waterings
SoilAiry, free-draining mix and drainage holes
Cold hardinessSoft succulent
Protect from frost

Fuzzy Mini Crassula in a nursery container at The Succulent Source — Our nursery photo; individual plants vary in color, size, and form.

A closer look

What makes it different.

The fuzz is a normal leaf feature rather than dust to remove. This young plant can gradually branch, so provide bright light and room for new shoots to develop.

Crassulas come in many shapes, from compact clusters to branching stems. Allow this young plant to establish before pruning or separating it. Mature size and flowering depend on the particular species or hybrid and the conditions you provide.

The everyday essentials

How to keep it happy.

01 Find the right light

Choose a bright window indoors or a sheltered, bright outdoor spot. Introduce direct sun gradually, especially after shipping. Greenhouse-grown leaves can scorch if moved straight into strong afternoon sun.

02 Water with the plant’s needs in mind

Check the mix below the surface before watering. When it has dried, water the root ball thoroughly and let excess water drain. Empty any saucer. Adjust to the plant and your conditions rather than watering on a fixed weekly schedule.

03 Give the roots air and drainage

Use a free-draining cactus and succulent mix in a pot with drainage holes. If the mix stays wet too long, add a suitable mineral amendment such as pumice or perlite. Repot into a container only a little larger than the roots.

04 Adjust through the year

Check the soil more often during active growth. When growth slows in cool or lower-light conditions, water less often. Avoid leaving cold roots in wet soil, and move frost-tender plants to a protected location before freezing weather.

Let the plant set the pace. Light, season, root health, and the speed at which the mix dries all affect care. A little observation is more useful than a rigid calendar. Make changes gradually and judge the response in new, healthy growth.

Start here

The first few days at home.

Unpack promptly and gently clear away loose packing material. Begin in bright, protected light while the plant adjusts after shipping. Check the mix before adding water, and introduce stronger sun gradually.

Give the roots time to settle in the nursery pot before choosing a permanent container. Small cosmetic marks can occur on living plants. If something concerns you on arrival, take clear photos and contact us for help.

Know what you’re seeing

Pests & common growing questions.

Stretching or losing its shape?

Long gaps between leaves, a widening rosette, or pale new growth can indicate insufficient light. Improve light gradually. Old stretched growth will not compact again, so judge the response in new growth.

Soft tissue and damp soil?

Soft, yellowing leaves or a darkening stem can signal excess moisture and possible rot. Stop adding water, check drainage, and inspect the roots. Shrivelling can also occur when damaged roots cannot take up water.

Cottony clumps in leaf joints?

Inspect for mealybugs and separate an affected plant from others. Cottony clusters differ from normal hairs, waxy coatings, or raised leaf markings. Identify the pest before choosing a treatment and follow its label.

A mark on an older leaf?

A few dry older leaves or minor surface marks can be normal. Progressive tissue collapse, a darkening stem, or repeated unexplained leaf loss deserves a closer look. Check moisture, light, roots, and pests together.

A few useful answers

Before you choose your spot.

Can it grow indoors?

Yes, provided the spot supplies enough light and the pot drains well. Watch the new growth: pale, stretched growth generally needs more light. A grow light can help when window light is limited.

How can I grow more?

Stem cuttings are suitable for many branching Crassulas; some also produce offsets. Use a healthy section from an established plant, allow the cut end to dry, and root it in a sharply draining mix.

Will I receive the exact plant in the photo?

You receive this listing’s nursery type, not the exact individual photographed. Photos show representative plants. These are juvenile specimens, so color, size, shape, and the number of rooted plants can vary. Please check the ordering details below.

A few ordering details.

You receive a young plant of this listing’s nursery type in a basic plastic container, usually black or orange, approximately 2 inches wide across the top and 2 inches tall. The measurement refers to the pot, not a guaranteed plant width. Size, color, and form vary through the year.

Depending on the variety and how it grows, a pot may contain one or several smaller rooted plants; the number is not fixed. We select healthy plants from the stock available when your order is packed.

Delayed shipping is not available for these specific types because our nursery stock changes frequently. Please review our shipping information before ordering.

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Plant care references

RHS: Crassula perforata · Iowa State Extension: indoor succulent care · Iowa State Extension: succulent troubleshooting. Nursery names and representative photos come from this listing. Adjust care to your own growing conditions.

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