What are the star-shaped succulents?
This article introduces the topic of star-shaped succulents and lists four plants with star-related names, followed by a comprehensive introduction.
Spring is the season for succulents, as the warm spring breeze blows, the succulents start their growth mode, competing in various colors and shapes. Among the numerous succulent varieties, some have names with the character "star". Below are four succulents with "star" in their names, each one beautiful, see if you have a favorite~
1. Qing Xing Beauty
Qing Xing Beauty belongs to the Crassula family, with leaves arranged in a standard rosette shape, thick and elongated, and the leaf surface is glossy. Normally, Qing Xing Beauty is light green, but after growing well in spring and autumn, it transitions from light green to dark green, with the leaf edges turning red, especially the leaf tips, which are red and faintly visible, resembling the highland blush on the face of a mountain girl. The plant is full and the old stem is tall and elegant, exuding a "beauty"气质.
Although called "beauty," Qing Xing Beauty is not delicate at all, and is even more robust and easy to care for than ordinary succulents. Due to its easy care and propagation, its price is also very low, with a small seedling costing only a few dollars, making it suitable for beginners to practice with.
2. Mao Hai Xing
Mao Hai Xing is a miniature succulent plant with pointed leaves that open in the shape of a five-pointed star, resembling a sea star. The leaves are covered with tiny spines, hence the name "Mao Hai Xing." Many people cannot accept its fluffy appearance, finding it unattractive, but some enthusiasts appreciate its unique look and have developed a fondness for it.
Mao Hai Xing is a succulent that loves to bloom. As long as there are no major issues in its care, in spring, it will produce flower spikes at the top of the plant, blooming white five-petal flowers in a spike shape. Against its fluffy leaves, they look especially endearing.
3. Tian Lang Xing
Tian Lang Xing is a medium-sized succulent variety from the Crassula family, retaining many features of the winter cloud due to being a horticultural variety of it. The leaves are very sturdy, with distinct leaf tips, flat or slightly concave leaf surfaces, and triangular protrusions on the back. The leaves are usually green or yellow-green, but after proper care, the edges and tips of the leaves will turn dark red.
Since Tian Lang Xing is an imported succulent variety from abroad, it has acquired several names during translation, including "Tian Lang Xing," it is also called Juliet, Siwei, and Scorpio.
4. Xing Wang Zi