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If there is any succulent plant that attracts attention as soon as you see it, that is undoubtedly the Crassula 'Temple of Buddha'. It is small, but geometrically perfect. It is one of those succulents that you want to have in the collection to pamper it and enjoy its beauty for a long time.
Knowing her is a very interesting experience. Well, since it is a plant that we could label as 'new', there are still many people who do not know its history. If you are one of them, you are in the right place.
Crassula cv Buddha Temple is the scientific name of a cultivar that appeared after experts crossed the Crassula pyramidalis with the Crassula perfoliata var. minor. In English it is known as Crassula 'Buddha's Temple'. The reason is simple: its geometric shape is very reminiscent of that of Buddhist temples.
Its leaves, which are four -one on each side-, seem to have been stacked on top of each other, thus making the plant in the shape of a green column covered with very short white hairs that reaches a height of about 10-15 centimeters. Once it reaches adulthood, it produces small pinkish-white flowers in spring.
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If we talk about its care, we can say that it is a relatively easy plant to care for. It should be put in a sunny area, in a pot filled with sandy-type substrate (like the cheek for example), and water it very little since it does not tolerate waterlogging. Ideally, water it once a week in summer and every 15-20 days the rest of the year. In addition, it is necessary to fertilize it with a liquid fertilizer for cacti and other succulents following the instructions specified on the package during the warm months of the year.
Resists cold and frost down to -2ºC provided they are punctual and short-lived. In the case of living in a colder area, you must protect it inside the house, placing it in a room where a lot of natural light enters.