Types, varieties, properties of the Crassula genus - transplantation, care and propagation at home

Crassula tetragonus

This is a succulent native to South Africa. Widely distributed from the Orange River border to Namaqualand beyond the Kei River to the Eastern Cape. "Tetragon" comes from the phyllotaxy of leaves. Among ornamental plant enthusiasts, it is often called "miniature pine" as it is widely used as a "pine" in bonsai.

Description

Lodging stems of Crassula tetragonum
subsp.
spiky foliage
The plant is erect or non-shrubby to 1 m (3 ft). It has woody stems with brown bark, with crossed pairs of leaves. Leaves are green to dark green. The plant has terminal inflorescences ending in white flowers that bloom in summer. Chromosome numbers vary: 2n = 16, 32, 48. Subspecies are divided geographically, usually with only one subspecies per geographic area.

Signs and superstitions

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There are many signs and superstitions around such a tempting name for a flower. What does the tree of wealth actually do on its owner’s window? It attracts or repels his luck and prosperity. And what needs to be done to ensure that the plant creates an aura of abundance in the house?

Methods for attracting money to the house should not harm the plant

Why you can't keep a money tree at home

One of the most common superstitions about not growing a money tree is that if the tree dies, the person will become bankrupt. In this situation, it should be understood that the plant cannot in any way cause the loss of money. Although many flower growers confirmed certain financial problems during the period when the flower shed its leaves-coins. But here again everything can be explained: a houseplant gets rid of leaves during the dormant period and when its care does not meet the requirements. For example, if the room is hot, there is no ventilation, or the flower is standing next to the radiator.

The only confirmed danger from Crassula is arsenic in its greens. Therefore, there is a ban on eating this plant. When growing Crassula at home, it is important to place the pot in a place inaccessible to children and pets.

Is it possible to give a money tree from home?

It is possible and even necessary to give a grown fat plant to a loved one. Lovers of omens and superstitions say that a flower from a store does not carry the necessary “monetary” energy. If it is grown specifically for a gift, it will not only bring prosperity to the house, but will also become a talisman for the new owner.

If the money flower is given from home, then it is important:

• Give it only to the person who wants to receive a similar gift.
• Mentally thank the plant for its stay in the house.
• When giving, wish the person an increase in all his benefits.

It is not recommended to give your own fat woman as a gift, as it is imbued with the energy of the previous home. If circumstances force you to get rid of the flower, then it should be given to a person who wants to take care of it.

Where should the money tree be so that money goes into the house?

According to Feng Shui practice, the side for attracting material wealth is southeast. The more light in the room, the better. When choosing a “money” place, you should avoid red tones in the interior. A bedroom, living room or hall are good options for placing a tree.

Is it possible to throw away a money tree: folk signs

In addition to its monetary magnetism, the plant has the ability to accumulate energy in the home where it grows. By throwing culture out into the street, a person disperses his energy and evicts it from his home. The plant needs to be given to nature, so it is not recommended to simply throw it away: you need to bury it in the ground anywhere.

In case of illness or loss of decorative properties, it is not recommended to completely throw away a fat plant that has been growing in the house for more than one year. You should keep one sprout and plant it instead of the old tree. Then all the energy collected by the plant will be stored in the house.

A bright tree with glossy coin leaves will attract good luck, happiness and wealth. The plant fills the air in the room with disinfectants, cleansing it of pathogenic bacteria. The tree retains its decorative properties all year round. Caring for a money tree at home is not difficult. The main thing is to give him care and love.

Taxonomy

The species was first described by Linnaeus in 1753 in his book Species Plantarum

[1] There are six recognized subspecies, originally named by Tolkien,[2] as follows:

• C. tetragona
  subsp.
  pointed foliage
  , lodging stems, rooting in internodes and sharply pointed at the tips of the leaves.
• C. tetragona
  subsp.
  tetragon
  , a plant with multiple erect branches and a densely flowering inflorescence.
• C. tetragona
  subsp.
  rudis
  , a plant with a single main erect branch but with a weakly branched inflorescence.
• C. tetragona
  subsp.
  indulges
  , young stems papillose, thyrsus flower roundish
• C. tetragona
  subsp.
  lignescens
  Young stems are smooth, mature ones are woody, the leaves are relatively small. The most common subspecies.
• C. tetragona
  subsp.
  Robusta
  Young stems are smooth, the stems are completely braided, the leaves are large and strong. The most commonly cultivated subspecies.

Reproduction of Crassula Marnier

The most common method of propagation of this type of Crassula is cuttings. It is carried out in the spring, when the growing season begins, you can use fragments of shoots remaining after trimming the peduncles along with part of the twig.

The cuttings are dried for several days to prevent rotting during the rooting process. Then the edge is dusted with root or other root formation stimulant and buried in sand or a peat-sand mixture. The bowl with the cutting is placed in a well-lit place and the substrate is maintained at moderate humidity. It is not necessary to cover the top with plastic film or glass. Roots usually form within a few weeks.

It is also possible to propagate succulents by seeds, which can be found on sale. However, this method is rarely used by gardeners, since the plant is very tiny, grows slowly and will take many years to grow to adult size.

Growth models

The plant requires a reasonable amount of water; If there are buds, more water is needed. Most species prefer full sun, although some subspecies may be sensitive to too much sun. The plant is frost tolerant but does best in temperatures above 40°F (4°C) (6C). The plant can be propagated by leaves and cuttings. It does not suffer from pests, except for the occasional mealy bug.[4]

• Inflorescence Crassula tetragonus

  subsp.
  robusta

• Part sheet Crassula tetragonus

  subsp.
  lignescens
  , the most common graceful subspecies in the habitat

How to care for a money tree at home

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Crassula easily adapts to apartment conditions. She loves light and in partial shade her growth will be somewhat slowed down, but this does not greatly affect her appearance. She does not like overflow; she stores all the moisture inside her leaves and stems. When the conditions of its maintenance are as close as possible to natural ones, the fat plant can even bloom.

Illumination and temperature conditions

Crassula is light-loving; direct sunlight makes its greenery turn red. In winter, it sheds some of its leaves and retires; placing it on a south-facing window will promote active growth of greenery. In summer, it is better to shade the pot from direct sunlight.

Crassulas love a lot of light

The optimal temperature in summer is 20-25 °C. With the onset of warmer weather, Crassula grows well outdoors on a balcony, loggia or in the garden.

In winter, during the dormant period, the suitable temperature is 15 °C. But a money tree can overwinter in normal apartment conditions. The main thing is to protect the pot from the heat of heating devices and stagnant air in the room.

If the wintering is improper—too hot and dry—the plant begins to lose a large amount of foliage. To stop the greens from falling off, you should move the fat plant to a cooler room. Cutting bare branches by a third will trigger the growth of young shoots with the beginning of active growth.

Watering rules and humidity

Instead of spraying, the fat woman prefers to remove dust with a damp cloth.

Watering is an important component of care. The decorativeness and longevity of Crassula in the house depend on the correct moisture regime. Waterlogging and excessive dryness of the soil are detrimental to the plant. Since the root is poorly developed, the volume of liquid spilled should be small. If there is an excess of moisture, the crop will begin to wither; if there is too little, it will shed its greens.

An approximate watering schedule is as follows:

• Once a week – in autumn and spring;
• Twice a week - in summer;
• Once every two weeks - in winter.

The soil should not become too dry, but the top layer should be dry before watering again.

It is important to know! Crassula should not be watered with cold water.

Fertilizing and soil quality

Complementary feeding is carried out from the beginning of the active growth period until mid-autumn. Complex fertilizers for succulents or cacti are used as food. The frequency of the procedure is once every 2-3 weeks. Fertilizers should be applied only to moist soil so as not to burn the root system.

The soil needs to be light and nutritious, with the addition of sand and peat. A mixture of garden and leaf soil is suitable. Using a store-bought one, you need to choose a soil mixture for succulents or cacti. It is suitable for propagating and replanting plants.

Flower container size

The root system develops superficially, without going deep. Deep and large pots are not needed, despite the impressive size of the crown. A large lump of earth will only contribute to the accumulation of moisture and the development of rot and fungus. For comfortable growth of the crop, you should take a wide and shallow pot.

The pot for the money tree should be wide and shallow

It is important to know! It is better to plant a money tree alone, so it will quickly form a crown and begin to grow.

What plants are similar to this Crassula?

• Crassula pyramidalis biesiespoort (Pyramidal Crassula) , very similar in shape to the “Buddha Temple”, but has a slightly different texture.
• Crassula cv.'morgan's beauty' (Crassula "Morgan's beauty") the arrangement of leaves is similar to the described species.
• Crassula cv. moon glow (Crassula “moon glow”) unusual columns of dense rounded leaves.
• Pachyphytum oviferum (Pachyphytum oviferum) is a shrub with dense leaves in gray-bluish-pink tones and a waxy coating on the leaf.
• Astrophytum - refers to cacti, but, like the “Buddha Temple”, has a ribbed structure.

The fat woman looks very original and is not at all difficult to care for. Therefore, even the most inexperienced gardeners choose it. However, before you decide to have this plant on your windowsill, you should familiarize yourself with some rules for growing it and the characteristics of individual types of Crassula. Read about these: Arborescent, Purslanaceae, Lycopsum, Sunset, Silver, Minor, Perforata, Ovata, Hobbit and Gollum.

Crassula "Buddha Temple" is a very spectacular plant, attracting the eye with its uncharacteristic appearance. Caring for it has some differences in comparison with other domestic flora. If you take into account the nuances and suggested tips, you can grow an unusual succulent in your home.