Crassula tetragona, commonly known as the Miniature Pine Tree, is an upright, shrubby succulent prized for its strong architectural form and pine-like appearance. Its woody, branching stems and narrow, pointed foliage give it a miniature conifer look, making it a popular choice for pots, bonsai-style plantings, rockeries, and fairy gardens.
The leaves are narrow, linear and awl-shaped, measuring approximately 10–30 mm long, and are arranged in opposite pairs that form four distinct rows along the stems. Foliage is typically bright green to bluish-green, often developing subtle red tones at the tips when grown in high light or drier conditions. During spring and summer, mature plants may produce clusters of small, star-shaped flowers in soft white to cream at the ends of the branches.
Native to dry, rocky slopes of southern Africa, Crassula tetragona is well adapted to warm, low-humidity environments and free-draining soils. It performs best in full sun to light shade and should be grown in a well-draining succulent mix to prevent root rot. Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry between waterings, particularly in cooler months.
This fast-growing succulent typically reaches 30–100 cm in height and 30–60 cm in width over time. It tolerates light frost to around -2 °C if kept dry, making it suitable for many Australian climates with minimal protection. Propagation is easy from stem cuttings, allowing growers to quickly establish new plants or shape existing specimens.
Crassula tetragona plants for sale shown in 70mm pot. You will same or similar plants as those shown in images. Colours will vary depending on time of year and growing conditions.
First time customers... Please read our Shipping Guide, in top or bottom menu, before placing your order.Please Note:
- All plants are sent bare rooted with no pots and soil, or minimum soil only.
- Due to the drying process necessary for sending plants through the mail, plants may look slightly different than images shown on our website
- Some plants, may look wrinkled when they arrive, may be somewhat limp, or soft to the touch. This is normal as they have been dried out for for a number of days before shipping to avoid rotting in the mail.
- Succulents are very hardy plants and they will recover quickly, providing you unpack them as soon as you receive them follow some simple care instructions you will find with your order.
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