Worm Plant

Worm Plant Crassula Marnieriana

What is the plant

Crassula marnierana is a slow-growing small plant reaching a height of 15–20 cm. The thick rounded leaves are green with red edges. They are tightly stacked along the stem and store water, as they are covered with a cuticle to limit the evaporation. An inflorescence with small star-shaped pink-tinged flowers may appear on mature plants in winter if they are given proper conditions of temperature. This plant prefers direct light and as a houseplant is very easy to maintain.

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Humidity

Dry

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

21°C - 28°C

Hardiness zone

11 - 11a

Difficulty

Medium

Water
In summer, water the plant deeply every week and in winter water only once every 3 weeks.
Sunlight
Crassulas prefer sunny locations but they can tend to burn if in scorching sun’s rays.
Fertilizer
During the growing season, use a fertilizer formulated for succulents to promote health.

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Soil
The best soil is a well-drained mixture of sand or grit with peat and vermiculite or perlite.
Temperature
Jade necklace is resistant to drought and all but the coldest weather, so it makes a perfect patio plant for most regions. If freezes threaten, bring your plant indoors.
Container
Choose a pot that evaporates excess moisture since wet roots and stems can spell a death sentence for Crassula