string of buttons
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A succlent with green-to grey triangle-shaped leaves which may have a pinkish edge to them. Pale yellow flowers appear in the spring.
Scientific classification
- Species
- string of buttons (Crassula perforata)
- Genus
- Crassula
- Family
- Crassulaceae
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- Toxicity
- Cactus Succulent
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
- 18 – 28 °C
- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of string of buttons
Distribution map
Southern Africa (Cape and Natal)
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of string of buttons
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string of buttons care guide
- Let gritty soil dry fully before each thorough watering cycle
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
- 18 – 28 °C
- Ideal temperature
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 seed sown as soon as ripe or by offsets or by root, stem or leaf cuttings in spring
Growing
GrowingGrow under glass in a loam-based potting compost with added extra grit. Water moderately when in growth, very sparingly when dormant. Apply a balanced liquid fertiliser 2 or 3 times in the growing season
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
Can be attacked by mealybugs, aphids and vine weevils
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