Adromischus cristatus var. schonlandii ‘Indian Clubs’ is a compact South African succulent distinguished by its thick, club-shaped leaves. The foliage is typically green to grey-green and can develop burgundy, reddish-brown and purple colouring towards the tips, sometimes accompanied by darker mottling across the leaf surface.
The fleshy leaves narrow considerably towards their attachment to the stem before widening through the middle and upper portion, producing the characteristic club-like shape behind the common name ‘Indian Clubs’. The leaves have a finely textured, slightly sticky surface and can vary naturally from relatively rounded forms to longer, more tapered shapes.
Colour changes considerably with season, light and growing conditions. Plants may remain predominantly green during periods of softer growth, while brighter conditions can produce deep burgundy or purplish colouring towards the leaf tips and margins, together with variable reddish mottling.
Adromischus cristatus var. schonlandii is naturally dwarf and much branched, gradually forming dense rounded clusters. The short stems can develop fine brownish, coir-like aerial roots, a characteristic feature of the Adromischus cristatus group. These roots may be largely concealed beneath the closely arranged foliage on compact plants.
Established plants can produce slender upright flower stems during summer and autumn. The small tubular flowers are predominantly white to pale in colour and are carried well above the foliage.
Adromischus cristatus var. schonlandii is an accepted botanical variety native to South Africa's Eastern Cape. It is a naturally restricted habitat specialist found in rocky, often sheltered cliff and outcrop environments.
It was originally described in 1929 as Cotyledon schonlandii and was later treated as Adromischus schonlandii. Botanist Hellmut Toelken subsequently placed it within the variable Adromischus cristatus complex as var. schonlandii, the classification currently accepted by Kew.
Grow in a free-draining succulent mix in a bright position with good airflow. Good light helps maintain compact growth and can encourage stronger burgundy and purplish colouring towards the leaf tips. Plants should be acclimatised gradually before exposure to intense direct sun.
Water thoroughly when required and allow the growing medium to dry appropriately between waterings. Avoid prolonged waterlogging, particularly during cooler conditions. The thick succulent leaves provide substantial water storage, allowing established plants to tolerate periods of dryness.
Please note: From our experience growing, handling and shipping this variety of Adromischus, we consider it well suited to shipping. However, individual leaves can occasionally detach if the plant is physically disturbed during transit or unpacking. A small amount of leaf drop can therefore occur and does not in itself indicate that the plant is unhealthy.
In the wild, leaf detachment and subsequent rooting is a natural means of vegetative reproduction in Adromischus, helping the plants reproduce and persist in their natural habitat. If leaves become detached from your plant, simply lay the healthy leaves on the surface of a free-draining succulent mix in bright, protected light. New roots and shoots will often develop from the base of the leaf over the following weeks. Once roots and new growth begin to develop, gently nestle them into the growing medium and allow the new plant to establish.
Adromischus cristatus var. schonlandii ‘Indian Clubs’ plants for sale shown in 70mm pots. You will receive same or similar plants as those shown in images. Colours, markings and leaf shape will vary naturally between plants and according to time of year and growing conditions.
All plants are shipped bare rooted unless otherwise stated. Orders are carefully packed and shipped via Express Post to NSW, VIC, QLD, SA and ACT. Orders are dispatched according to our weekly shipping schedule, available on our Shipping page, with tracking provided once your order has been lodged with Australia Post.
Succulents naturally change in colour, size and form throughout the year. Many develop richer colours and more compact growth during periods of seasonal stress, particularly through cooler months and brighter conditions, while warmer or lower-light conditions may produce greener, softer growth.
The plant you receive may therefore vary from the product images depending on the season, its stage of growth and current growing conditions. These natural variations are part of the character of living plants and do not affect their quality or health.
Pickup is available in Seville, Yarra Valley VIC by appointment. Order online as normal and any shipping charge will be automatically refunded after collection, unless you would prefer to receive an additional plant of similar value instead.
All plants are shipped bare rooted unless otherwise stated. This helps reduce shipping costs, improves plant safety during transit and allows plants to travel more reliably.
Plants are carefully packed for Express Post and may vary naturally in colour, size and form according to season, growth stage and growing conditions.
Please check the product description and images for information specific to the plant you are purchasing.
If you have any questions about your plant or order, please reach out to us. We’re always happy to help.
Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 21 reviews.
All succulents arrived healthy and packaged well. Love my new additions.
Adromischus cristatus 'Indian Clubs'
Store owner replied: Thanks Karen! We hope your Indian Clubs and the rest of your new additions bring you plenty of enjoyment. Happy growing! 😊
Beautiful, rare succulents. I am so happy I purchased these succulents.
Large specimen, healthy and so unusual
Held up in the transit journey. Was somewhat shrivalled on arrival. The plant is bouncing back after a few days in a pot. I love it and look forward to watching it flourish. Thank you John & Norma. ❤️
Adromischus cristatus 'Indian Clubs'
Store owner replied: Thanks Liz 💕 glad to hear your little Adromischus bounced back so quickly after the trip. They’re tougher than they look and always worth the wait 🌱
I love these they look different and interesting in my collection. Can’t wait to see how it grows.
I have bought many plants from John & Norma and they are always perfectly packed. They are just beautiful. The plants received have been very healthy and great quality. Very happy! Plus the extras are very much appreciated :-)
As always very healthy plants. Packed lovely. Love the gifts too
Very cute and different to all my other succulents. Arrived very healthy and well packed. Highly recommend this site - have purchased several times in past and never disappointed.
Adromischus cristatus 'Indian Clubs'
Store owner replied: Thanks so much Maria. Enjoy all your new plants.
Very excited to see this one grow.
No better way to start the new year than with a delivery of beautiful, healthy succulents from John and Norma!! As always packed with care and arrived in peak condition - hard to pick a favourite from the order and so happy with these little treasures
As usual everything arrived on time and in excellent condition
Once again, beautiful, healthy plants that are carefully packaged. Thank you!
Nice healthy and good size plants.
Very healthy plant. Can't wait to see it grow.
Excellent communication from seller Very reasonable prices and postage costs Plants arrived promptly Well packed and in excellent condition
Health plant arrived in good condition
Love it.....healthy happy plant..
Very nice specimen, travelled well.
Adromischus cristatus 'Indian Clubs'
Store owner replied: Great to hear Harry. Thanks for your review.
Just perfect thank you, John and Norma you guys are amazing 🤩
As always beautiful, healthy plant … great addition to my succulent family… never disappointed with a delivery from J&N
Great website, great order communication, delivery as promised and plants packaged well. Would definitely order again from this site,
