The Crassula Ruperstris is often mistaken for their distant cousin, the Crassula Perforata or String of Buttons, because of their similar features and growth patterns. But the leaves of the Crassula Rupestris are small with a length of barely ¼”, tight, star-shaped, and looks pointier compared to the Crassula perforata.

The leaves of the Crassula rupestris sprawl and grow in a stack formation, and appears spiral around the stem, creating a beautiful intricate pattern. The colour of the leaves is pale green with crimson red edges. The colour intensifies as it gets more sun exposure, which explains why the plant is sometimes called “High Voltage”.

At first, Crassula rupestris grows straight up before it sprawls and appears to spill out of its pot as it matures. It can grow into mounds that are 6 to 10 inches high. In late summer and winter, the plant produces round clustered flowers that look like Baby’s Breath. The blooms of Crassula perforata, on the other hand, are more elongated and protrude outwards. The flowers of both plants come in shades of pale pink or yellow, which adds to their striking appearance.

When a plant is etiolated, its stems begin to brittle and stops producing new growth because it uses all its nutrients and energy to stretch out. When your Crassula Rupestris seems to be stretching and has uneven internodes (the section of stem between nodes), it means it is not receiving the right amount of light. Move it to a brighter location or a window that faces the east.

For indoor areas that have poor lighting conditions or receives no sunlight at all, we recommend using a grow light. A grow light is an artificial light source intended to stimulate a plant’s growth by giving off light required for photosynthesis. It can be used as a primary source of light or a supplemental light for your plants. A grow light is a good investment for your succulent collection, especially when you live in a region that has long, dark winters. We recommend using this grow light for your Crassula Rupestris so it can thrive wherever you place it.

Crassula Rupestris will grow best in areas where it can receive plenty of sunlight. It can survive in partial sun to full sun. However, make sure to acclimatized it to the full sun first to prevent sun damage. Crassula Rupestris can tolerate full sun better than the Crassula Perforata, and it reacts to sun exposure by producing pigments that prevent them from burning. These pigments bring out the intense crimson red on the edges of your Crassula Rupestris’ leaves.

When placing your plant outdoors, choose a bright sunny location. But before you expose them to full sun, you need to accustom your plant by gradually increasing the sunlight it receives. Acclimatization is essential to prevent your plant from getting scars on their leaves, which is caused by sun damage. Take note that even when your plant is already acclimatized to the full sun, it can still get sunburned during a heatwave.

During the intense summer heat, you can protect your Crassula Rupestris with the help of sunshades. This easy-to-use Be Grit Sun Shade is made from polyethylene. It is lightweight, durable, and breathable. It is perfect in shading your plant from the intense heat while making sure it gets enough sunlight for photosynthesis.

Because of its origin, Crassula Rupestris are naturally drought tolerant and not frost tolerant, but they can tolerate mild frost and freezing climate for minimal periods. If you are located in the USDA hardiness zones 9-11, you can leave your plant outdoors for the whole year. You can even plant it on the ground.

But if you live in areas with extreme winter conditions, it’s best to grow your plants in containers so you can bring them inside during winters. If you can’t bring them inside, you can still protect them from frost and freezing temperatures with the help of greenhouses and frost covers. Use a frost cover made from fabric, because it provides better insulation than plastic materials.

The watering requirements for Crassula Rupestris depend on the climate where you live. While these plants are drought-tolerant, they will do best when they get a sufficient amount of water.

During the summer months, water your Crassula Rupestris every 7-10 days. Increase the frequency during intense heat. Cut back on watering when the temperature cools down. In the winter season, refrain from watering or hold back from watering altogether.

You don’t need to water your plant as much if you live in a place with a humid climate. It goes the same when your plant is indoors and not getting sufficient light. You do not want your plant to die from root rot.

A good rule of thumb when watering most succulents is to check the moisture of the soil before you water. Make sure that the soil is dried before you water. Water generously, but not too often. If you are not sure with the amount of water to give your succulents, remember that it is better to underwater succulents than to overwater them. Observe how your succulents are growing and adjust your watering techniques accordingly. Be careful not to let water sit on the leaves of your succulent to prevent it from rotting.

If you need further help with watering, we recommend that you use a moisture meter to get accurate measures of soil moisture. This moisture meter is easy-to-use and good for indoor and outdoor use.

There you have it! Those are the most important things you have to remember when growing Crassula Rupestris. Keep in mind all the information above so you can help your plant thrives.

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If you want to grow succulents indoors but you don’t have a proper lighting condition, and you don’t want to use a grow light, you’ve still got options. There are a bunch of succulents that can tolerate low levels of light and will survive with whatever artificial light or ambient sun inside the room.
Below are some succulents that do well in low-light conditions:

Commonly known as the Crassula Ovata or Money Plant, the Jade Plant is relatively easy to keep indoors. It’s a pretty common variety that is usually found both indoors and outdoors. They look like miniature trees and are very attractive as houseplants.

A Jade plant can grow tall and can reach a height of almost three feet. You might not even recognize that a bush is, in fact, a jade plant when you’re just looking at it from afar.

The Jade Plant is highly resilient; that’s why it can grow big. It can survive harsh conditions with the help of woody stems. Not all succulents are woody and can bounce back from extended periods of not getting enough care and attention. A Jade plant can still recover even after losing all its leaves. Jade plants can live long and are usually passed from generation to generation.

If you’re looking to grow your own Jade Plant, you can buy one here.

There’s no doubt about Aloe Vera being the most popular succulent in the whole world. It’s probably the most common houseplant out there. It’s the top plant choice even for people who don’t enjoy gardening.

Aloe vera is very easy to care for, and everyone, even non-gardeners, can grow it. You need to place it somewhere bright with indirect sunlight or artificial light, like near a kitchen window. Remember not to let the sun rays to hit it directly.

Aloe vera is also known to be a medicinal plant. The gel from aloe vera can be applied on the skin to soothe sunburns, and the juice can also be an excellent cleansing drink.

Aloe vera is a very useful succulent that must be grown in every household. If you don’t have one yet, you can get your Aloe Vera here.

Also called Sansevieria trifasciata or Mother-In-Law’s Tongue, the Snake Plant is considered the ultimate indoor plant. They are highly resilient and thrive on neglect. You don’t need to worry about them dying because it’s almost impossible to kill them. They can survive with infrequent watering and low to no light conditions.

A Snake Plant has long green leaves that point upwards. Some varieties have yellow edges on their leaves. You can find Snake Plants all over the world, so it’s not very easy to find one to grow in your home. If you want to buy one, you can check some Snake Plants here.

Haworthias are native to South Africa and Southwest Africa. They’re a large genus of dwarf succulents. They are often mistaken as Aloe vera because of their physical similarities. Haworthias form rosettes of fleshy green leaves with white bands that make them distinct from Aloe vera.
This plant thrives in low light conditions and requires infrequent watering. Haworthias are often sold in garden stores, but you can also buy them online.

The Burro’s Tail is known by several other names including Sedum Morganianum and Donkey Tail Plant. It’s a trailing succulent and the easiest to grow among its kind. They do well as indoor hanging plants, and they’re great to put beside the window, on the balcony, or on a patio. Make sure to place your Burro’s tail out of the way as their leaves easily fall off when disturbed. But you can always use the fallen leaves to propagate your plant by putting the leaves on a succulent soil mix.

You can order your Burro’s tail here.

Bear’s Paw, or Cotyledon tomentosa, is a shrublet that grows up to 30cm tall. It has fleshy, lime green leaves that are covered with tiny white hairs, which lend the plant a velvety look. Some of its leaves have one to three apical teeth that resemble a bear’s paw.

Bear’s Paw loves bright, shaded areas where it doesn’t get much direct sunlight. It has an unusual growth pattern, so you won’t easily notice if it’s etiolated. A Bear’s Paw blooms in late spring, producing clusters of bell-shaped flowers in yellow and orange hues.

Purchase your very own furry plant here.

Despite its name and appearance, the Ponytail Palm is not a real palm. It’s a succulent native to Mexico. It stores water in its cute little chubby waist. It’s slow-growing and low-maintenance. When grown indoors, its leaves can grow to 3 feet long.

The Ponytail Palm is perfect if you’re looking for a leafy plant for your indoor space. It’s easy to care for, and the only problem you’ll likely to face is having to refrain from watering it too often.

The Ponytail Palm is not a very common succulent, so it can be challenging to find. But it’s relatively easy to get one online.

The Holiday Cacti is a group of plants that include the Christmas Cactus, Thanksgiving Cactus, and Easter Cactus that all belong to the Schlumbergera genus. These three plants were named according to the time of the year that they bloom. They are all easy to grow and have similar growth patterns and care requirements.

The Holiday Cacti are not drought-tolerant, and they tend to require more water than other succulents. They prefer nights and cold temperatures.
You can get your Holiday Cacti here.

The Hoya plant is often called Wax Plant because of its thick, waxy leaves. It’s a tropical indoor plant native to Southern India, East Asia and Australia. It’s a highly resilient succulent that does not require direct light. They are not cold hardy, so make sure to protect them from the frost.

Hoya plants are usually grown in hanging basket and place inside the home. They produce beautiful star-shaped flowers that make them more attractive.

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Having a lush and vibrant succulent inside your home is achievable, thanks to these low-light loving succulents. If you’re still looking for the best indoor plant, please check the links we included so you can have your succulents delivered right on your doorstep.

What other succulents do you grow? We’d love to hear your experience with growing them!