Bulliarda moschata (G.Forst.) d'Urv.
Mossy stonecrop
Bulliarda moschata, currently classified as Crassula moschata, is a small perennial succulent mat-forming herb native to New Zealand and the subantarctic islands. It grows on moist coastal rocks and cliffs, forming dense moss-green spongy carpets. Its name 'moschata' refers to the faint musky scent of the plant. It was originally described by naturalist Johann Georg Adam Forster during James Cook's second voyage (1772–1775).
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Overview
| Category | Classification |
|---|---|
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Genus | Bulliarda |
| Growth Habit | Prostrate mat-forming perennial herb, highly branched, with thin succulent stems forming compact cushions on rocks and coastal surfaces. |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern (LC); endemic and frequent within its range. |
| pH Target | 4.5–6.5 |
| Type | Moist coastal rock, sandy-acid soil, cliff crevices with moss. |
Origin & Habitat
Requirements
Soil & Substrate
Type
Moist coastal rock, sandy-acid soil, cliff crevices with moss.
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Propagation Strategy
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Every 2–3 years; the plant prefers wide and shallow containers.
Very light fertilisation once in spring with aquatic or alpine plant fertiliser at ¼ of the recommended dose. No fertilisation in winter.
Uses & Applications
Precautions / Toxicity
No toxic properties known.
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"One of the few genuine succulents of subantarctic climate. Collected by Forster on South Pacific islands during Cook's voyage and described as Tillaea moschata. Reclassification into Crassula and later Bulliarda (de Candolle) reflects the historical difficulty in delimiting small Crassulaceae genera."
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