{"product_id":"crassula-columella5cm","title":"Crassula columella 5.5cm","description":"\u003c!-- ===================== PLANT DESCRIPTION — FX TEMPLATE (Crassula columella — Columnar Succulent) ===================== --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  :root{ --brand:#074635; --brand-contrast:#fff; --border:#e7ece9; --card-bg:#fff; --page-bg:#f5f7f6; --muted:#3b584a; --text:#0f2a1d }\n  @media (max-width:720px){\n    .fx-wrap .fx-head, .fx-wrap .dose-card, .fx-wrap .box, .fx-wrap .table, .fx-wrap .band, .fx-wrap details.fx-faq{\n      background:#fff !important; border-left:4px solid var(--brand) !important; box-shadow:0 1px 0 rgba(16,39,27,.05) !important;\n    }\n    .fx-wrap .fx-grid, .fx-wrap .fx-dose, .fx-wrap .fx-steps, .fx-wrap .fx-tables, .fx-wrap .fx-bands, .fx-wrap .fx-pills{\n      background:transparent !important; border:0 !important; box-shadow:none !important;\n    }\n  }\n  html,body{margin:0;background:var(--page-bg)}\n  .fx-wrap{font-family:\"Segoe UI\",Arial,sans-serif;color:var(--text);line-height:1.6;font-size:16px;max-width:880px;margin:0 auto;padding:16px}\n  .fx-head{display:grid;gap:10px;border:1px solid var(--border);border-radius:12px;background:#fbfdfc;padding:14px 16px}\n  .fx-title{margin:0;font-weight:800;font-size:22px;color:#10271b;line-height:1.35}\n  @media (max-width:600px){ .fx-title{font-size:19px;line-height:1.3} }\n  .fx-sub{margin:0;color:#3b584a}\n  .fx-lead{margin-top:10px;padding-top:10px;border-top:1px solid #e1ebe5}\n  .fx-pills{display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:8px;margin-top:6px}\n  .pill{display:inline-flex;align-items:center;gap:6px;border:1px solid #dfe7e3;background:#fff;border-radius:999px;padding:6px 10px;font-size:12px}\n  .pill em{font-style:italic}\n  .pill--fam{background:#fff;color:#074635;border-color:#cfeede}\n  .pill--life{background:#e9f7ef;color:#074635;border-color:#cfeede}\n  .pill--light{background:#e6f4f9;color:#074635;border-color:#cae8f1}\n  .pill--care{background:#faf6e5;color:#5c3a0c;border-color:#efe4ba}\n  .pill--growth{background:#fff;color:#074635;border-color:#dfe7e3}\n\n  .fx-dose{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(4,minmax(0,1fr));gap:10px;margin:14px 0}\n  .dose-card{background:#fff;border:1px solid var(--border);border-radius:12px;padding:10px;text-align:center}\n  .dose-card h4{margin:2px 0 6px;font-size:12px;color:#3b4a42}\n  .dose-big{font-size:18px;font-weight:800;color:#153b2a}\n  .dose-note{font-size:12px;color:#3b584a}\n\n  .fx-grid{display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:16px;margin:16px 0}\n  .box{background:#fff;border:1px solid var(--border);border-radius:12px;padding:12px}\n  .box h3{margin:0 0 10px;padding:4px 0 8px;font-size:18px;font-weight:800;color:#153b2a;border-bottom:2px solid var(--border)}\n  .list{margin:0;padding-left:0;list-style:none}\n  .list li{margin:6px 0}\n\n  .fx-steps{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(3,minmax(0,1fr));gap:12px;margin:10px 0}\n  .step{background:#fbfdfc;border:1px solid var(--border);border-radius:10px;padding:12px}\n  .step strong{color:#153b2a}\n\n  .fx-tables{display:grid;gap:16px;margin:16px 0}\n  .table-scroll{overflow-x:auto}\n  .table{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;background:#fff;border:1px solid var(--border);border-radius:12px;min-width:520px}\n  .table th,.table td{padding:10px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;font-size:14px;text-align:left}\n  .table thead th{font-size:12px;text-transform:uppercase;color:#3b4a42;background:#f6faf8}\n\n  .fx-bands{display:grid;gap:16px;margin:16px 0}\n  .band{background:#fff;border-left:4px solid #074635;border:1px solid var(--border);border-radius:12px;padding:12px}\n\n  .faq-grid{display:grid;gap:12px;margin:14px 0}\n  @media (min-width:721px){ .faq-grid{grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr} }\n  details.fx-faq{\n    background:#fff;border:1px solid var(--border);border-radius:12px;padding:10px 12px;\n    transition:box-shadow .15s ease, border-color .15s ease, transform .06s ease;\n  }\n  details.fx-faq:hover{box-shadow:0 3px 10px rgba(16,39,27,.06)}\n  details.fx-faq:active{transform:translateY(0.5px)}\n  details.fx-faq\u003esummary{cursor:pointer;font-weight:800;list-style:none;position:relative;display:flex;align-items:center;gap:10px}\n  details.fx-faq\u003esummary .caret{\n    width:22px;height:22px;display:inline-grid;place-items:center;border:1px solid #cfeede;border-radius:6px;\n    background:linear-gradient(180deg,#eef7f2,#ffffff);color:#074635;font-size:14px;flex:0 0 22px;\n  }\n  details.fx-faq\u003esummary .caret::before{content:\"▸\";transition:transform .2s}\n  details.fx-faq[open]\u003esummary .caret::before{content:\"▾\"}\n  details.fx-faq summary .qchip{\n    font-size:11px;font-weight:700;color:#074635;background:#e9f7ef;border:1px solid #cfeede;border-radius:999px;padding:2px 8px;margin-left:auto;\n  }\n  details.fx-faq p{margin:10px 0 4px}\n\n  details.fx-faq.fx-origin{ position:relative; }\n  details.fx-faq.fx-origin:not([open]){\n    background: linear-gradient(90deg, rgba(231,238,237,.55) 0%, rgba(255,255,255,0) 42%), #fff;\n    border-color:#cfeede;\n  }\n  details.fx-faq.fx-origin:not([open])::before{\n    content:\"\"; position:absolute; inset:0 auto 0 0; width:4px;\n    background:linear-gradient(#88b49c,#5c8975); border-radius:12px 0 0 12px;\n  }\n  details.fx-faq.fx-origin:not([open])\u003esummary{ color:#074635; }\n  details.fx-faq.fx-origin .origin-badge{ display:none; }\n  details.fx-faq.fx-origin:not([open]) .origin-badge{\n    display:inline-block; margin-left:8px; font-size:11px; font-weight:700;\n    color:#074635; background:#e9f7ef; border:1px solid #cfeede;\n    border-radius:999px; padding:2px 8px;\n  }\n  details.fx-faq.fx-origin[open]{ background:#fff; border-color:var(--border); }\n\n  .emj{display:inline-block;width:1.25em;min-width:1.25em;text-align:center}\n\n  @media (max-width:720px){\n    .table td:first-child,.table th:first-child{white-space:nowrap}\n    .table td:first-child{padding-left:16px}\n    .fx-dose{grid-template-columns:repeat(2,minmax(0,1fr))}\n    .fx-grid{grid-template-columns:1fr}\n    .fx-steps{grid-template-columns:1fr}\n    .faq-grid{grid-template-columns:1fr}\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fx-wrap\"\u003e\u003c!-- HEADER --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fx-head\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"fx-title\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCrassula columella\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fx-sub\" style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eLooks like it has its own building plan 🏛️\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fx-sub\"\u003eFamily: \u003cem\u003eCrassulaceae\u003c\/em\u003e • Pot diameter: 5.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fx-pills\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pill pill--fam\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCrassulaceae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"pill pill--life\"\u003eEvergreen succulent\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"pill pill--light\"\u003eVery bright position\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"pill pill--care\"\u003eSummer watering caution\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"pill pill--growth\"\u003eColumnar growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fx-sub fx-lead\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCrassula columella\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a small, impressively geometric succulent that forms short, compact columns from leaves packed so tightly that they look almost carved. Its soft green colour, layered arrangement and sculptural structure make it ideal for small bright pots, windowsills, desks and carefully styled mineral arrangements. This is a detail plant: it does not try to impress with size, but with precision, texture and a rare micro-architectural presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SPECS STRIP --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fx-dose\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLight\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-big\"\u003e☀️ Very bright\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-note\"\u003egentle sun with acclimation\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWatering\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-big\"\u003e💧 Very careful\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-note\"\u003eespecially during summer rest\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGrowing mix\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-big\"\u003e🪨 Very draining\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-note\"\u003emineral succulent mix\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGrowth\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-big\"\u003e🏛️ Columnar\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-note\"\u003eslow, compact and low\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- HIGHLIGHTS + USES --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fx-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes it special\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🏛️ Forms small, compact columns with an exceptionally ordered leaf arrangement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 The leaves clasp tightly around the stem, creating an almost sculptural form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🪨 Fits beautifully in mineral arrangements and small bright pots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e💧 Especially interesting for anyone who loves succulents with low, controlled watering needs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🪴 In a small pot on its own, so the columnar structure can be seen clearly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🪨 In an arrangement with gravel, pumice or another mineral top dressing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🏡 On a bright windowsill or protected spot with excellent airflow and minimal moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- PLACEMENT + COMBOS --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fx-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere to place it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in a very bright position, with gentle morning or afternoon sun and gradual acclimation to stronger light. Indoors, it needs a spot close to a bright window, while outdoors it prefers a protected position away from rain that keeps the pot wet for many days. The growing mix should be mainly mineral and extremely free-draining. Water very sparingly, especially in summer, when the plant often slows down its growth rhythm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to pair it with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eHaworthia cooperi\u003c\/em\u003e — a low, clean rosette that suits small bright arrangements with controlled watering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eConophytum\u003c\/em\u003e — adds miniature geometry and pairs aesthetically with the rare form of \u003cem\u003eCrassula columella\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eAvonia quinaria\u003c\/em\u003e — adds fine, unusual texture to a mineral-style arrangement with careful moisture management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- ORIGIN --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"fx-faq fx-origin\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"caret\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Origin of the species \u003cspan class=\"origin-badge\"\u003eclick to read\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaxonomic history:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCrassula columella\u003c\/em\u003e belongs to the family \u003cem\u003eCrassulaceae\u003c\/em\u003e and was described by Marloth and Schönland. The name \u003cem\u003ecolumella\u003c\/em\u003e refers to a small column, describing the plant’s characteristic upright, compact form with remarkable accuracy. Unlike many Crassulas that spread or form looser shoots, this species grows like a miniature green column, with leaves held very tightly around the axis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative range \u0026amp; habitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCrassula columella\u003c\/em\u003e comes from the northwestern Cape region of South Africa, in dry, rocky environments with strong seasonality. In nature it is associated with rock crevices, stony positions and very free-draining substrates, where water passes quickly and does not remain around the roots. This background explains its preference for bright light, a mineral mix and very controlled watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMorphology \u0026amp; adaptation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its form is extremely compact, with leaves arranged in dense, overlapping layers around the stem. This arrangement reduces exposed surface area, helps protect the plant from dehydration and gives it the characteristic appearance of a small green column. The light green colour may shift slightly depending on light, season and moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth rhythm \u0026amp; cultivation behaviour:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCrassula columella\u003c\/em\u003e is slow-growing and needs more careful management than common Crassulas. It often responds best during milder growth periods, while in summer heat it requires distinctly less water. Its ornamental value lies in the slow, steady formation of small columns, not in rapid size increase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation \u0026amp; decorative value:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCrassula columella\u003c\/em\u003e is cultivated as a small succulent of high aesthetic value for bright pots, small collections and mineral arrangements. It works best when placed alone or beside plants with calm forms, so its tight columnar architecture can stand out. It is ideal for anyone who appreciates plants that look quiet from a distance but reveal impressive detail up close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- STEPS --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fx-steps\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"step\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1) Light:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place it in a very bright position and increase sun exposure gradually so the growth remains compact.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"step\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2) Watering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water very carefully, only when the growing mix has dried completely. In summer, keep moisture even more restricted.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"step\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3) Growing mix:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a highly mineral succulent mix with pumice, gravel or perlite for immediate drainage.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- TABLE --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fx-tables\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"table-scroll\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan class=\"emj\"\u003e🔎\u003c\/span\u003e Feature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInformation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"emj\"\u003e🌿\u003c\/span\u003e Species\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eCrassula columella\u003c\/em\u003e — Columnar Succulent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"emj\"\u003e🪴\u003c\/span\u003e Pot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.5 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"emj\"\u003e☀️\u003c\/span\u003e Light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery bright position, with gentle sun and gradual acclimation.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"emj\"\u003e💧\u003c\/span\u003e Watering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery sparse and careful, only when the growing mix has dried completely.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"emj\"\u003e🪨\u003c\/span\u003e Growing mix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery free-draining, mainly mineral succulent mix.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"emj\"\u003e🏛️\u003c\/span\u003e Form\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall compact columns made of leaves that clasp tightly around the stem.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"emj\"\u003e📈\u003c\/span\u003e Growth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlow, low and columnar, with special value in the detail of its form.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"emj\"\u003e🚫\u003c\/span\u003e Toxicity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvoid ingestion by children and pets, as a sensible precaution for ornamental succulents.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- BANDS --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fx-bands\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"band\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip 💡\u003c\/strong\u003e In summer, do not treat it like a classic thirsty plant. \u003cem\u003eCrassula columella\u003c\/em\u003e prefers dry, calm management in the heat and more careful watering only when it is truly in active growth.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fx-bands\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"band\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDid you know? 🤔\u003c\/strong\u003e The name \u003cem\u003ecolumella\u003c\/em\u003e means “small column” — and in this case, botanical naming was almost comically literal.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- FOLDABLES (2 info + 4 FAQs — closed; must match JSON-LD) --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"fx-faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"caret\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Why you will love it ✨ \u003cspan class=\"qchip\"\u003einfo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🏛️ It has a unique columnar form that stands apart from classic Crassulas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 Its leaves fit tightly together, creating a clean geometric look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🪴 It is ideal for small pots and bright spots with limited space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🪨 It pairs beautifully with mineral arrangements using gravel, pumice and low succulents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"fx-faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"caret\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Greenleaf geek notes — scientific facts nobody asked for 🧠 \u003cspan class=\"qchip\"\u003egeek\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🧬 \u003cem\u003eCrassula columella\u003c\/em\u003e belongs to \u003cem\u003eCrassulaceae\u003c\/em\u003e, a family with many succulents that use fleshy tissues for water storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🏛️ The tight leaf arrangement reduces exposed surface area and creates the characteristic small-column form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌦️ Its natural link with winter-rainfall and drier summer conditions explains why excessive summer watering can be so problematic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🪨 A mineral growing mix is not just a visual detail; it is essential for letting the root zone dry quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"fx-faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"caret\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e What light does it need? \u003cspan class=\"qchip\"\u003elight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt needs a very bright position and gentle sun with gradual acclimation. Indoors, choose a spot close to a bright window.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"fx-faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"caret\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e How often should I water it? \u003cspan class=\"qchip\"\u003ewatering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater very sparsely, only when the growing mix has dried completely. Summer requires extra caution, because the plant often slows its growth and does not want excess moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"fx-faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"caret\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Why does it look like a small column? \u003cspan class=\"qchip\"\u003eform\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe leaves are very close together and clasp the stem tightly, creating the characteristic compact columnar form that gave the species the name \u003cem\u003ecolumella\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"fx-faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"caret\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e What growing mix does it need? \u003cspan class=\"qchip\"\u003esoil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt needs a very free-draining, mainly mineral succulent mix with materials such as pumice, perlite or gravel. 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