Sinocrassula yunnanensis, commonly known as Chinese Jade, is a captivating succulent native to the mountainous terrains of southwestern China, specifically Yunnan province. This plant thrives at high altitudes, ranging from 2,500 to 2,700 meters, where it finds refuge in rock crevices, benefiting from excellent drainage. It's renowned for its dense, dark bluish-green rosettes that can darken to almost black under full sun exposure, making it a striking addition to any collection.
The plant typically reaches a modest height of 5-10 cm and spreads out to form clumps. Each rosette measures between 2.5 to 3.5 cm in diameter and is composed of 50-70 closely set, fleshy leaves. These leaves are half-round, featuring a convex lower surface and a somewhat flat upper surface, with a sharp, pointed tip. They are adorned with fine, soft hairs and display a unique purple mottling that adds to their aesthetic appeal.
Sinocrassula yunnanensis is particularly noted for its flowering pattern. As a monocarpic plant, each rosette blooms a single time before dying, but it is readily replaced by offsets. The flower stalks are densely leafy, extending up to 10 cm in length, culminating in clusters of small, white flowers that can have a mild, sweet-sour fragrance. This plant's flowering season peaks in the autumn or early winter, providing a spectacular display against the cooler backdrop.
For gardeners in Australia, Sinocrassula yunnanensis is suitable for regions that mimic its native highland habitat, thriving in well-drained soils and partial shade to full sun. It's perfect for rock gardens, alpine plantings, or as a distinctive container specimen. Caring for this succulent involves minimal watering, especially during the winter dormancy period, and ensuring protection from extreme cold. Its slow-growing nature and unique coloration make it a prized plant for enthusiasts looking to add a touch of the exotic to their garden space
Sinocrassula yunnanensis multi head plants for sale shown in 70mm pot. You will receive same or similar plants as those shown in images. Colours will vary depending on time of year and growing conditions.
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- All plants are sent bare rooted with no pots and soil, or minimum soil only.
- Due to the drying process necessary for sending plants through the mail, plants may look slightly different than images shown on our website
- Some plants, may look wrinkled when they arrive, may be somewhat limp, or soft to the touch. This is normal as they have been dried out for for a number of days before shipping to avoid rotting in the mail.
- Succulents are very hardy plants and they will recover quickly, providing you unpack them as soon as you receive them follow some simple care instructions you will find with your order.
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