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Basic Info
Crassula Falcata known also as the ‘Propeller Plant’. As the plant matures you can expect it to reach up to 29 cm (9″) tall and about 30.5 cm (12″) in diameter. The plants main feature are the propeller like leaves that are green to matt grey. As the plant matures you can expect it to be propagated by cuttings.
Scientific Classification
Family: Crassulaceae
Subfamily: Crassuloideae
Genus: Crassula
Care and Propagation Information
Watering
Crassula falcata ‘Propeller Plant’ can be quite beautiful when it is well-taken care off. This succulent type needs less watering than other succulents. The watering method is very important to keep your Propeller Plant healthy. It should not sit on the water, and an excess amount of water should be avoided. The best way of watering is soak and dry method this Crassula Falcata. Yet, the succulent should be controlled to avoid overwatering.
General Care for Crassula falcata ‘Propeller Plant’
This succulent type is a rare one that blooms in the spring. When it blooms, you will enjoy its beautiful flowers. It is a nice addition to your outside garden!
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Quick Facts:
- Prefers full sun
- Propeller shaped plant
- Both indoor and outdoor
- Grows 29 cm (9″) tall
- Grows up to 30.5 cm (12″) wide
- Can die easily if overwatered see: How to Water Succulent Plants
- Plant zone 9a-11b 6.7°C (20°F)
- Does not handle cold well
- Best propagated by cuttings
- Generally not known to be toxic to people or animals
- Grows best during Winter
Where to Plant
Crassula Falcata succulents need strong light. When planting this Propeller plant type in a garden, make sure it gets sunlight. Full to partial sun is the best for its growth. It is better to grow outdoor rather than indoor.
This type of succulent prefers a warm climate. It can survive at zone 10a-11b which is around 6.7°C (20°F). If you live in a cold area, it is better to plant Crassula Facata ‘Propeller Plant’ in an indoor environment. As long as it gets enough sunlight, the plant will grow happily.
How to Propagate Crassula falcata ‘Propeller Plant’
Crassula falcata ‘Propeller Plant’ can be propagated by offsets or seeds. Propagating by seeds would be difficult since this succulent is a difficult type to grow. This slow-growing succulent type does not require repotting often. Of course, the first-time repotting is essential when it is bought from the store.
Like all the other succulent types, a well-drained soil mixture is essential. If you want to know about well-drained soil mixtures, check How to Prepare Well-drained Soil for Succulent Plants.
Offsets
Crassula falcata ‘Propeller Plant’ propagates from the offsets. To be able to propagate from the mother plant, you should wait several years for the main plant to produce an offset. To start this process, use a sharp knife and remove an offset from the main plant. When you remove the offset, clean the extra soil from it. Before replanting, wait for a few days to allow it to callous. Use well-draining soil for your new succulent plant. Don’t forget to water when the soil dries out.
Seeds
This succulent type is a slow grower so even if it can be propagated by its seeds, this method is not recommended. To propagate from the seeds, plant the seeds in a well-draining soil mixture. This method can be used outdoors. In cooler areas, indoor propagating is recommended.
