Crassula Rupestris V Commutata ‘Tom Thumb’

Crassula Rupestris var. Commutata ‘Tom Thumb’ is a charming, compact succulent known for its tightly stacked, triangular leaves that grow in neat columns along upright stems. The leaves are soft green with red-edged tips, especially vibrant when grown in bright light, giving this miniature plant excellent visual contrast despite its small size.

This slow-growing Crassula is perfect for small pots, fairy gardens, and mixed succulent arrangements. It thrives in bright light and well-draining soil and is drought-tolerant once established. With time, ‘Tom Thumb’ may branch and form a dense, sculptural cluster.

LIGHT | Partial sun
COLD TOLERANCE | -4 ºC
WATER | Water generously when soil is dry.
SOIL PH | Unknown
SOIL TYPE | 50% potting mix 50% non organic material (pumice or perlite).
FERTILIZER | Fish emulsion, kelp solution, worm casting, shrimp compost.
PROPAGATION METHODS | Stem or leaf cuttings
HUMIDITY LEVEL | Low
ACTIVE SEASON | Unknown

NOTE

INSTRUCTIONS FOR ROOTING CUTTINGS
Insert cutting into the soil (1" deep). When soil is dry, water the plant sparingly. Roots should form in the following two weeks. Plants should be in bright shade during the rooting period. To avoid leaves from getting burnt, acclimatize the plant to outdoors.