New Zealand pygmyweed
NameNew Zealand pygmyweed
Species NameCrassula helmsii
Common NameNew Zealand pygmyweed
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)1
Container Typenone
Geographic Originaustralia
Cultivation Difficultybeginner
Trunk Featuresherbaceous stems, creeping growth habit, reddish coloration on older stems
Foliage Typesucculent-like leaves
Height (cm)7
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitynot applicable
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesInvasive aquatic plant, tiny white flowers, mat-forming growth, often used in ponds or bog gardens.
Description
This specimen of New Zealand pygmyweed (Crassula helmsii) displays its characteristic succulent-like, linear green leaves and a tiny, star-shaped white flower. It is a mat-forming, herbaceous plant, often found in aquatic or semi-aquatic environments, with reddish-brown stems growing in a dense, creeping habit. While not a traditional bonsai, its individual stems show a somewhat upright, informal growth.
