Crassula barklyi

Rattlesnake Tail Succulent

An easy care low growing species Crassula barklyi is another of stacked succulents, and this one also makes a good indoor plant.

The leaves overlap more than most other stacked crassula, they form a distinct column, smooth to look at with an interesting margin that gives the plant the rattlesnake look.

How to grow Crassula barklyi

This is a succulent that will grow well indoors or outdoors in a container,
In warmer climates it can be grown outdoors and is at home in a rock or crevice garden.

1. Plant in a well drained soil amended with gravel or grit if needed.
2. A sunny position is best hover not very hot direct afternoon sun.
3. Water using a wet/dry cycle, allowing the soil to dry before watering again. In winter avoid watering almost completely if growing outdoors.
4. Ensure that humidity is low, good air circulation is important.
5. Avoid mist spraying.
6. Fertilise each spring with a specialist succulent fertliser.

Detailed Summary

• Botanical Name : Crassula barklyi syn. Crassula teres
• Common Names : Rattlesnake Buttons, Bandaged Finger, Rattlesnake crassula
• Origins : Northern Cape province South Africa.
• Position: Full sun but avoid hot afternoon sun especially in summer months.
• Soil: A well drained cactus and succulent potting mix is essential
• Height: To around 10 cm
• Width: Clump forming to 20 cm
• Frost tolerant : No the leaves will suffer in frosts.
• Drought tolerant: Yes

Problems

• Overwatering or wet soils can cause root rot.
• Mealybugs can be treated in the usual way.

Crassula barklyi Propagation

This is a clump forming succulent and offsets or pups can be removed at the base and replanted. Propagation from seed is also possible.