Crassula Capitella Campfire
Crassula Capitella Campfire
Crassula capitella 'Campfire,' commonly known as Campfire Crassula or Red Pagoda, is a striking succulent plant that belongs to the Crassulaceae family. Native to South Africa, this popular cultivar is known for its vibrant, flame-like foliage and compact growth habit.
Leaves:
Arrangement: Opposite, tightly packed leaves forming dense rosettes.
Shape: Succulent, fleshy leaves with a triangular or lanceolate shape.
Color: Foliage displays vibrant shades ranging from bright green at the base to brilliant red, orange, or fiery coral tones at the tips, creating a captivating "campfire" effect.
The leaves are typically small, about 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) long, and pointed at the tips.Caring for Crassula capitella 'Campfire' is relatively straightforward.
Special Features:
Vivid Coloration: The 'Campfire' variety is prized for its intense and captivating coloration, resembling the warm tones of a campfire.
Ground Cover: Well-suited as a ground cover or in container gardens, creating a visually striking carpet of color.
Drought Resistance: Adapted to arid conditions, making it a low-maintenance choice for water-wise gardening.
It's often used in succulent gardens, rock gardens, and container arrangements.
It thrives in well-draining soil and prefers bright, indirect sunlight or partial shade. It can tolerate some direct sunlight.Crassula Capitella campfire makes a great addition to any garden. Through the winter months the plants turn vivid red as it forms a clump of colour. Best in morning to full sun in the garden.
The first three 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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