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Propeller Plant

Crassula Falcata

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Overview

Crassula falcata, commonly known as the Airplane Plant or Propeller Plant, is an eye-catching succulent noted for its unique, propeller-like leaves that are arranged in overlapping pairs. These gray-green leaves can reach up to 2 inches long, and in summer, it produces striking red flowers. It thrives in well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade, requiring minimal water. Ideal for xeriscapes, it reaches up to 18 inches in height and width.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 9–11Type Shrub, SucculentClimate Mediterranean
Propeller Plant (Crassula Falcata) — red flowers in the garden
Propeller Plant (Crassula Falcata) — Ideal for xeriscapes, it reaches up to 18 inches in height and widthPropeller Plant (Crassula Falcata) — Crassula falcata is ideal for adding texture and visual interest to rock gardensPropeller Plant (Crassula Falcata) — propeller-like leaves that are gray-green in colorPropeller Plant (Crassula Falcata) — It thrives in well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade, requiring minimal water; or as a striking containerPropeller Plant (Crassula Falcata) — adding an exuberant splash of color.<br><br>Well-drained soil is essential to prevent root rotPropeller Plant (Crassula Falcata) — commonly known as the Airplane Plant or Propeller Plant+57

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub, Succulent
Family
Crassulaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Propeller Plant (Crassula Falcata) — red flowers in the garden
Propeller Plant (Crassula Falcata) — Ideal for xeriscapes, it reaches up to 18 inches in height and width
Propeller Plant (Crassula Falcata) — Crassula falcata is ideal for adding texture and visual interest to rock gardens
Propeller Plant (Crassula Falcata) — propeller-like leaves that are gray-green in color
Propeller Plant (Crassula Falcata) — It thrives in well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade, requiring minimal water; or as a striking container
Propeller Plant (Crassula Falcata) — adding an exuberant splash of color.<br><br>Well-drained soil is essential to prevent root rot
Propeller Plant (Crassula Falcata) — commonly known as the Airplane Plant or Propeller Plant
Propeller Plant (Crassula Falcata) — It thrives in well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade, requiring minimal water; or as a striking, image 45
Propeller Plant (Crassula Falcata) — bright red flowers that stand erect above the foliage; this evergreen plant thrives in USDA zones 9 to 11 and performs
Propeller Plant (Crassula Falcata) — propeller-like leaves that are arranged in overlapping pairs; red flowers in the garden
Propeller Plant (Crassula Falcata) — Typically reaching a modest height of 18 to 24 inches with a similar spread; commonly referred to as Airplane Plant or
Propeller Plant (Crassula Falcata) — commonly known as the Airplane Plant or Propeller Plant; these gray-green leaves can reach up to 2 inches long, and in
Propeller Plant (Crassula Falcata) — commonly known as the Airplane Plant or Propeller Plant; these gray-green leaves can reach up to 2 inches, image 41
Propeller Plant (Crassula Falcata) — These fleshy leaves are arranged in a spiral pattern, creating a sculptural appeal; is an eye-catching, image 55
Propeller Plant (Crassula Falcata) — These gray-green leaves can reach up to 2 inches long, and in summer, it produces striking red flowers
Propeller Plant (Crassula Falcata) — this evergreen plant thrives in USDA zones 9 to 11 and performs best in full to partial sun exposure; shrub /, image 49
Propeller Plant (Crassula Falcata) — propeller-like leaves that are arranged in overlapping pairs
Propeller Plant (Crassula Falcata) — Typically reaching a modest height of 18 to 24 inches with a similar spread
Propeller Plant (Crassula Falcata) — is a distinctive succulent notable for its fascinating foliage and bold flowers; propeller-like leaves that are gray-green
Propeller Plant (Crassula Falcata) — is a distinctive succulent notable for its fascinating foliage and bold flowers
Propeller Plant (Crassula Falcata) — the leaves grow in overlapping pairs that are roughly 2 to 4 inches in length; these fleshy leaves are arranged in a
Propeller Plant (Crassula Falcata) — These fleshy leaves are arranged in a spiral pattern, creating a sculptural appeal
Propeller Plant (Crassula Falcata) — this evergreen plant thrives in USDA zones 9 to 11 and performs best in full to partial sun exposure
Propeller Plant (Crassula Falcata) — adding an exuberant splash of color.<br><br>Well-drained soil is essential to prevent root rot; bright red flowers that
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