Crassula tecta Thunb. is a plant in the Crassulaceae family, order Saxifragales, kingdom Plantae. Not known to be toxic.

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Crassula tecta Thunb.

Crassula tecta Thunb.

Crassula tecta is a South African native succulent cultivated since the 18th century, known for its patterned leaves and white flowers.

Family
Genus
Crassula
Order
Saxifragales
Class
Magnoliopsida

About Crassula tecta Thunb.

Crassula tecta Thunb. is a species of succulent plant that belongs to the Crassula genus. It is native to South Africa. This species is easily confused with Crassula namaquensis. It has a compact growth habit, forming clusters of round blue-white leaves. It has been kept in cultivation since the 18th century, and is valued for the attractive patterning on its leaves and its white flowers.

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Taxonomy

Plantae Tracheophyta Magnoliopsida Saxifragales Crassulaceae Crassula

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