red pagoda
Also known as: campfire plant; red flames
A low-growing, succulent perennial with fleshy, pointed leaves growing in spiralling ranks. In autumn, flowering stems elongate to 30cm and bear tiny white flowers in the leaf axils. In hot and dry conditions the foliage flushes red
Scientific classification
- Species
- red pagoda (Crassula capitella subsp. thyrsiflora)
- Genus
- Crassula
- Family
- Crassulaceae
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- Toxicity
- Cactus Succulent · Houseplants
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Autumn · Winter · Summer
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of red pagoda
Distribution map
Namibia, South Africa
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of red pagoda
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red pagoda care guide
- Let gritty soil dry fully before each thorough watering cycle
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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Watering
Let gritty soil dry fully before each thorough watering cycle
Fertilizing
FertilizingVery dilute low-nitrogen succulent feed monthly in warm growth
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by stem or leaf cuttings
Growing
GrowingUnder glass, grow in standard cactus compost in full light. From spring to autumn, water moderately, avoiding wetting the leaves, and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly. Water sparingly in winter. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation for further information
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
May be susceptible to mealybugs
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