Crassula lactea

Milk Crassula

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Compact succulent with fleshy, variegated leaves featuring green centers and creamy white margins. Native to South Africa, known for resilience in bright light.
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Plant Details

Common Name Milk Crassula
Family Crassulaceae
Genus Crassula
Species Lactea
Origin South Africa
Blooming Small white star-shaped flowers in late winter to spring.
Leaf Color Green with cream/white margins
Sunlight Sun
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Cactus mix with perlite and pumice for rapid drainage

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Watering

Water only when soil is completely dry. Reduce frequency significantly during winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Bright light to full sun; prevent scorching in peak summer if indoors without acclimation

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Fertilization

Apply diluted liquid fertilizer monthly during active growth (Spring/Summer). No fertilization in autumn/winter.

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Pruning

Pinch tips to encourage branching; remove dead leaves to prevent rot.

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Scale Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
Apr
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 40000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
10 – 35
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1000
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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