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Pygmy Stonecrop Plant Care
Crassula tillaea Lest.-Garl.
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Crassula tillaea, also known as moss pygmyweed, is a tiny succulent plant with small, round leaves that grow densely along its stems. Originating from Europe and Asia, this plant is popular among enthusiasts for its unique appearance and ability to thrive in low-maintenance conditions.
Every 7–14 days
Bright indirect to full sun
50–75°F
40–60%
At a glance
How do you care for Pygmy Stonecrop?
Water Pygmy Stonecrop every 7–14 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect to full sun. It prefers temperatures of 50–75°F (10–24°C) and 40–60% humidity. Fertilize it every month during the growing season.
Where Is the Pygmy Stonecrop Native To?
What Is the Pygmy Stonecrop?
Pygmy Stonecrop (Crassula tillaea) belongs to the Crassulaceae family within the Crassula genus. Pygmy Stonecrop is native to Eurasia, particularly the Mediterranean Basin. Pygmy Stonecrop is also known as Tiny Crassula.
Pygmy Stonecrop displays a compact, branching succulent growth habit, reaching up to tall with a spread of approximately . Pygmy Stonecrop produces small star-shaped flowers in clusters.
How Often Should You Water a Pygmy Stonecrop?
Crassula tillaea requires watering every 7–14 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–14 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Pygmy Stonecrop Need?
Pygmy Stonecrop thrives in bright indirect to full sun. Avoid placing Pygmy Stonecrop in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect to full sun
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Pygmy Stonecrop Prefer?
Crassula tillaea grows best at temperatures of 50–75°F. Pygmy Stonecrop prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.
Temperature
50–75°F
Humidity
40–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Pygmy Stonecrop?
Well-draining succulent mix with perlite and coarse sand. Good drainage is essential for Pygmy Stonecrop to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Pygmy Stonecrop?
Feed Pygmy Stonecrop every month during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every month
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Pygmy Stonecrop?
Repot every 2-3 years in early spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Pygmy Stonecrop?
Pygmy Stonecrop can be propagated through leaf cuttings, stem cuttings, offsets. Similar propagation techniques also apply to silver dollar plant plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Pygmy Stonecrop Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Pygmy Stonecrop, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Pygmy Stonecrop?
Pygmy Stonecrop is susceptible to mealybugs, spider mites, scale insects. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Pygmy Stonecrop Need?
Pygmy Stonecrop grows outdoors in USDA Zone 8a – 10b. It survives winters down to planting zone 8a. Pygmy Stonecrop is native to Eurasia, particularly the Mediterranean Basin.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 8a – 10b
Keep exploring plants
Pygmy Stonecrop is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Crassula genus — compare its care with other Crassula species on PlantoScan.
Crassula is part of the Crassulaceae plant family — browse all Crassulaceae genera and species.
Pygmy Stonecrop thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
More Crassula Species
Other Crassula species in PlantoScan's care catalogue share similar watering, light, and soil preferences:
Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Crassula tillaea Lest.-Garl., family Crassulaceae (first published in Fl. Jersey : 87 (1903)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Pygmy Stonecrop, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Photo: caher001, CC BY 4.0, iNaturalist — original.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 8a – 10b, estimated from the plant's typical growing conditions.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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