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Crassula tecta

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Crassula tecta
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Order: Saxifragales
Family: Crassulaceae
Genus: Crassula
Species:
C. tecta
Binomial name
Crassula tecta

Crassula tecta is a species of succulent plant in the genus Crassula native to South Africa.[1] Easily confused with Crassula namaquensis, this species has a compact growth habit forming clusters of round, blue-white leaves.[2] Kept in cultivation since the 18th century, Crassula tecta is known for the beautiful patterning on its leaves and white flowers.[3][4]

References

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  1. ^ "Crassula tecta". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
  2. ^ Fred Dortort (19 November 2014). The Timber Press Guide to Succulent Plants of the World: A Comprehensive Reference to More than 2000 Species. Timber Press. p. 49. ISBN 978-1-60469-357-7.
  3. ^ Keen, Bill; Broogh, Helmut (1984). "Crassulas Worthy of Cultivation". British Cactus & Succulent Journal. 2 (1): 24–25. ISSN 0264-3405.
  4. ^ Tree, Bill; Tree, Yvonne (1980). "Three Choice Crassulas". The National Cactus and Succulent Journal. 35 (1): 20–21. ISSN 0027-8858.