Crambe arborea
Care, watering, light and tips for Crambe arborea on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Brassicaceae
- Difficulty: Moderate care
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
About Crambe arborea
The Güímar Sea Kale (Crambe arborea) is a striking Canarian endemic, a large perennial plant featuring deeply lobed leaves and impressive white inflorescences atop a robust stem. Its sculptural form and spectacular bloom make it ideal for Mediterranean climate gardens, rockeries, or as a focal point in xeriscapes. It adds an exotic and architectural touch, standing out for its hardiness and uniqueness.
Native range
Canary Islands (Spain)
Care tips
It requires full sun for optimal development and abundant flowering, tolerating some light shade in very hot climates. Watering should be moderate, allowing the substrate to dry out completely between waterings, as it is very sensitive to excess moisture and waterlogging. It prefers well-drained, sandy, or stony soils with low organic matter content. A common mistake is overwatering, which can lead to root rot and plant death.
How to save a dying Crambe arborea
- Warning signs
- Wilted or yellowing leaves, soft stems, stunted growth, no flowering.
- First aid
- Check drainage and substrate moisture. Ensure good ventilation. Protect from intense direct sun.
- What kills it
- Overwatering or waterlogging that rots the roots. Lack of drainage.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if roots are not completely rotted and the problem is corrected promptly.