Crassula Streyi 130mm

Crassula streyi – A Subtle Jewel of South African Succulents

Crassula streyi is a distinctive yet often overlooked species within the Crassula family, prized primarily for its striking ornamental foliage rather than its flowers. Native to the shaded forest margins of South Africa, this elegant succulent showcases elongated, spoon-shaped leaves with a rich, velvety green upper surface and dramatic burgundy to deep red undersides. The bold colour contrast becomes especially captivating in soft, filtered light.

With its refined form and understated beauty, Crassula streyi is an excellent choice for collectors seeking something unusual, as well as for indoor plant enthusiasts drawn to foliage-driven interest.

Key Characteristics

• Botanical Name: Crassula streyi

• Foliage: Broad, flat green leaves with deep red to purple undersides

• Growth Habit: Upright to gently spreading, forming small clusters over time

• Size: Typically reaches 20–30 cm in height

• Flowers: Small, star-shaped white to pale pink blooms in loose clusters (late summer to autumn)

• Origin: Shady forest margins of South Africa

Care Guide

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light or partial shade. Direct sun may cause stress or fade leaf colour—ideal for well-lit indoor spaces.

• Water: Water moderately during the active growing season (spring to autumn). Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter.

• Soil: Use a fast-draining succulent or cactus mix to prevent water retention.

• Temperature: Protect from frost; thrives in temperatures above 10°C.

• Feeding: Feed sparingly during active growth with a diluted, balanced liquid fertiliser.

• Maintenance: Low-maintenance and easy to propagate. Prune leggy growth to maintain a compact, attractive form.

Crassula streyi is a refined foliage plant with quiet drama—perfect for curated collections, indoor displays, and shaded succulent arrangements where subtle colour contrast is truly appreciated.

The first photos serves a display purpose only. The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 130mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same. 

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