👉 Crassula is a genus of flowering plants in the family Apiaceae, native to southern Europe and Africa. They are known for their tall, upright stems, which can grow up to 10 feet (3 meters) tall. Crassulas have thorny spines on the leaves that provide protection from predators.
The term "crassula" comes from the Latin word "crassus," meaning "thorny." It refers to the spiny leaves and stems of these plants
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