Shark tooth cactus

Shark tooth cactus Care

Crassula corymbulosa

What is the plant

A fast-growing succulent perfect for beginners that want to start with a show-stopping green companion. Its beautiful color palette creates a contrasting and aesthetic addition to any home.

Also known as Red pagoda plant, this succulent is native to South Africa and Namibia. It is part of the Crassula genus, which has over 150 species.
It is known for its triangular stacked leaves that create a symmetrical pattern all around the stems. These grow green near the stem and turn red as they grow out, especially when they have adequate exposure to sunlight, creating a beautiful contrast.
You will identify Shark tooth cactus as a plant, which is easy to care for and low maintenance.

humidity

Dry

lighting

Full Sun

temperature

20°C - 35°C

hardiness zone

min 9a

difficulty

Easy

How to Care for the Plant

Water
This plant needs a moderate amount of water. Do it only when the first layer of soil is dry and reduce watering frequency during the dormant season.
Pruning
Dead and old leaves and flowers should be removed.
Fertilizer
Shark tooth cactus doesn’t require any fertilization. Nevertheless, it can be fertilized once a month during its growing season, but make sure to never fertilize during its dormant season in winter.

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Sunlight
Indirect light is ideal. Keep in mind that insufficient light will lead to underdevelopment, and extreme sun exposure in summer can cause the burning of leaves.
Soil
It prefers loose and airy soil that is gritty and well-drained. A standard succulent mix is a great choice.
Propagation
It can be propagated by leaf and by stem.

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Temperature
It doesn’t resist the cold very well, and becomes dormant when temperatures exceed 86 ºF (30ºC). Best to keep it at room temperature and make temperatures don’t drop below 41 ºF (5ºC). Avoid frost.
Container
Any container, as long as it has drainage holes, to prevent root rot.
Fun fact
Due to its fast growth, and if the environment allows it, it quickly grows in clusters and forms a dense turf.