Crassula capitella ssp. thyrsiflora - Pagoda Village

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Red Pagoda or Pagoda Village (Crassula capitella ssp. thyrsiflora) (Tölken): An eye-catching tower of stacked, triangular leaves. It is native to South Africa where its long stems sprawl and form mats on dry, rocky slopes. In cultivation, Pagoda Village can spill nicely from containers or be planted as a ground cover in frost-free climates.

C. capitella ssp. thyrsiflora has a glossy green base color, but flushes deep burgundy with moderate stress, such as full sun, extended drought, or cool temperatures. The stems grow to about 8.0" long and re-root easily where they bend down to the soil or from stem cuttings. This variety can bloom in summer or fall with lots of tiny, white flowers.

Red Pagoda needs plenty of sunlight to maintain its color and form. For indoor growing, place near a sunny window or under a grow light. Use containers with drainage holes and a gritty, well-draining soil that contains coarse sand, pumice, or perlite. Water deeply enough for water to run out the drainage hole, then wait to re-water until the soil is completely dry.

PLEASE NOTE: These leaves are very fragile and may fall off during shipping, but will grow back.

Full Crassula Guide

Product Size

2.0" Pot

Current Primary Color

Red

All Seasonal Colors

Green

Bloom Color

White Bloom

Grow Zone (Hardiness)

Zone 10 (30F)

Recommended Light Conditions

Bright Indoor Light, Full Sun

Maximum Height

6"-8"

Growth Habit / Shape

Hanging / Trailing, Vertical Grower / Tall Stem

Seasonality

Blooms in Summer

Special Characteristic

Easy to Propagate

THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 10+

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