Plants in family crassulaceae
Crassula cotyledonis
Crassula cotyledonis is a low-growing succulent native to the rocky landscapes of Namaqualand and the Karoo in South Africa. It forms a sparse rosette with light grey-green, ovate leaves covered in velvety, backward-pointing hairs. The plant's leaves can turn pink along the margins when exposed to full sun, adding a touch of color to its appearance. In spring and summer, it produces tiny, cream-to-greenish flowers in rounded clusters on elongated stems. This drought-tolerant plant thrives in well-drained soil and requires minimal watering, making it an excellent choice for dry, sunny locations. Crassula cotyledonis is easy to propagate through leaf cuttings and is resistant to USDA zones 9-11, making it a versatile addition to any succulent collection.
Sedeveria 'Blue Elf'
Sedeveria 'Blue Elf' is a compact, drought-tolerant succulent with rosette-shaped blue-green leaves that can turn pink or burgundy under stress. It grows 3 to 6 inches tall and 3 to 7 inches wide, producing yellow flowers multiple times a year. This plant thrives in bright light and well-draining soil, making it ideal for sunny, south-facing locations. It requires minimal watering and can be moved indoors if temperatures drop below 30 degrees Fahrenheit.
Kalanchoe fedtschenkoi
Kalanchoe fedtschenkoi is a small shrubby succulent from Madagascar, growing 1 to 2 feet tall with lavender gray-green leaves. It features scalloped margins and a glaucous coating, with edges that may turn pink or red under strong sunlight.
Echeveria 'Ice Green'
Echeveria 'Ice Green' is a succulent known for its pale green leaves forming compact rosettes. It thrives in bright, indirect light and well-draining soil, requiring minimal maintenance. This drought-tolerant plant is a popular choice for succulent enthusiasts due to its attractive foliage and easy care.
Kalanchoe delagoensis
Kalanchoe delagoensis, formerly known as Bryophyllum delagoense, is a succulent from Madagascar that produces numerous plantlets along its leaf edges. It features thick, erect stems and fleshy leaves with reddish-brown spots. This drought-tolerant plant thrives in bright, indirect light and is hardy in USDA zones 9 to 11.
Crassula barbata
Crassula barbata is a flowering plant endemic to the Cape Provinces of South Africa. It is drought-tolerant and thrives in sunny areas with well-draining soil. This plant requires minimal watering and benefits from dry periods to prevent waterlogging.
Kalanchoe sexangularis
Kalanchoe sexangularis is a succulent perennial with reddish shoots and green to deep ruby-red leaves. It blooms in winter with yellow flowers and is common in southern Africa, thriving in rocky, shaded areas.
Aeonium tabuliforme
Aeonium tabuliforme is a unique succulent native to Tenerife in the Canary Islands, known for its flat, circular rosettes of bright green leaves. This plant thrives on moist, north-facing cliffs and is short-lived, typically flowering after 3-4 years before dying. It produces a striking display of yellow flowers on a tall stalk. Aeonium tabuliforme prefers full sun to enhance its leaf color and requires excellent drainage. It is relatively disease-free but can be susceptible to aphids and mealybugs. The cultivar 'Variegata' features darker green leaves with white edges. This plant has been recognized with the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit. It is best suited for temperatures between 60°F to 75°F and prefers humidity levels around 40-60%.
Sedum lineare 'Variegatum'
Sedum lineare 'Variegatum' is an evergreen groundcover known for its striking green leaves edged in white. This low-growing perennial forms a non-weedy mat and is highly drought-tolerant, making it ideal for sunny locations. It rarely flowers, but when it does, it produces small yellow blooms. The plant thrives in well-draining soil and requires minimal watering, making it a low-maintenance choice for gardeners. It can withstand temperatures as low as 40°F, but prefers ample light to maintain its vibrant foliage. This sedum is versatile in reproduction and can adapt to various garden settings, including rock gardens and living walls.
Kalanchoe marmorata
Kalanchoe marmorata, also known as the Penwiper plant, is a succulent native to Central and East Africa. It features glaucous leaves with purple spots and starry white flowers in spring. This drought-tolerant plant thrives in sunny locations with well-draining soil.
Aeonium 'Lily Pad'
Aeonium 'Lily Pad' is a succulent with bright green rosette-shaped leaves that produce yellow flowers. It grows 3-7 inches tall and 2-5 inches wide, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor cultivation. This plant prefers well-draining soil and requires 2-3 hours of sunlight daily with partial shade. Its compact size and vibrant appearance make it a popular choice for succulent enthusiasts.
Sedum palmeri
Sedum palmeri, native to Mexico, is a perennial succulent with persistent light green leaves that turn red in winter. It forms a rounded cushion about 18 inches wide and produces golden yellow flowers in spring. This plant thrives in well-drained sites and open shade, making it a resilient choice for xeriscaping and low-maintenance gardens.
Crassula nudicaulis
Crassula nudicaulis is a drought-tolerant succulent native to South Africa, featuring lime-green paddle-shaped leaves with a silvery sheen. This slow-growing plant reaches up to 12 inches and produces white flowers in summer, thriving in sunny areas with well-draining soil.
Kalanchoe luciae
This drought-tolerant plant requires ample light and porous, well-draining soil. It needs little watering and should be kept out of wet soil. It can freeze below 40°F.
Sedum 'Autumn Fire'
Sedum 'Autumn Fire' is a drought-tolerant perennial with light to medium green foliage and stunning pink flower clusters. It blooms in late summer and fall, with foliage retaining color through winter. This plant grows up to 2.5 feet tall and 2 feet wide, thriving in full sun and sandy or gravelly soil.
Sedum 'Tricolor'
Sedum 'Tricolor' is a drought-tolerant succulent with variegated leaves edged in green, pink, and white. It produces loose clusters of pinkish-red flowers and thrives in well-drained, gravelly soil. This plant requires little water once established, making it ideal for rock gardens or xeriscaping. Its colorful foliage and resilience to dry conditions make it a popular choice for gardeners.
Sedum 'Little Miss Sunshine'
Sedum 'Little Miss Sunshine' is a compact succulent known for its rich black-green foliage and bright yellow flowers that bloom in midsummer. This vigorous grower forms a 6-inch tall mound that can spread up to 20 inches wide. It is drought-tolerant once established, making it an excellent choice for rock gardens and green roofs. The plant's vibrant flowers and glossy foliage provide a striking contrast in any garden setting.
Sempervivum tectorum
Sempervivum tectorum, also known as houseleek, is a rosette-forming succulent evergreen perennial that spreads by offsets. It features grey-green leaves often suffused with rose-red and produces reddish-purple flowers in summer. This plant is highly variable due to numerous cultivars and is traditionally thought to protect against thunderstorms. It is cultivated for groundcover in hot, dry places and has received the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.
Dudleya greenei
Dudleya greenei is a drought-tolerant succulent that thrives in sunny areas with porous, well-draining soil. It requires little watering and benefits from periods of drought between waterings. Sensitive to freezing temperatures below 40°F, this plant is best suited for warm climates.
Sedum rubrotinctum
Sedum rubrotinctum, also known as Jelly Bean Plant, is a succulent native to Mexico with distinctive bean-shaped leaves that turn red in sunlight. This easy-to-grow plant reaches up to 8 inches in height and produces yellow to red flowers in spring or fall. It thrives in full sun to slight shade and requires minimal water, making it ideal for beginners. Its colorful, chubby leaves add a playful touch to any succulent collection.
Echeveria 'Atlantis'
Echeveria 'Atlantis' is a vibrant succulent native to Mexico, known for its blue to green leaves with pink edges and pink-orange flowers in spring. It is easy to care for, making it suitable for beginners, and requires bright light with protection from direct sunlight. The plant prefers granular soil and is not cold hardy, requiring protection in cold weather. Its rosette shape and powdery leaf coating add to its visual appeal.
Crassula congesta
Crassula congesta, a monocarpic succulent, is native to South Africa and known for its soft, silky leaves. It grows erect with a single stem, reaching up to 4 inches in height. The plant produces flowers in shades of rose, mauve, pale yellow, and green. It is slightly frost-hardy and thrives in filtered or partial sun, making it a slow-growing yet charming addition to succulent collections.
Aeonium aureum
Aeonium aureum is a succulent native to the Canary Islands, featuring very short stems with several leaf rosettes of grey-green, fleshy leaves. It produces bright yellow flowers and is highly drought-tolerant, thriving in sunny areas with well-draining soil.
Monanthes polyphylla
Monanthes polyphylla is a succulent native to the Canary Islands, characterized by small rosettes of cylindrical green leaves. It grows up to 5 inches tall and produces star-shaped flowers in various colors during summer.
Kalanchoe tomentosa
Kalanchoe tomentosa, also known as the Panda Plant, is a succulent native to Madagascar with red-rimmed, fuzzy leaves. It is drought-tolerant and thrives in sun to partial shade, requiring little watering. This plant is known for its unique appearance and is suitable for indoor and outdoor cultivation.
Echeveria 'Perle Von Nurnberg'
Echeveria 'Perle Von Nurnberg' is a hybrid succulent with pink, purple, and pale rosettes covered in a powdery white coating. It grows up to 8 inches in diameter and produces pink and yellow flowers in summer. This plant requires well-draining soil, minimal watering, and bright light, making it a vibrant addition to any collection.
Echeveria subrigida
Echeveria subrigida is a vibrant succulent native to Mexico, known for its colorful rosette shapes. First described in 1903, this plant belongs to the Crassulaceae family and is named after Atanasio Echeverría y Godoy. It is a beautiful addition to any succulent collection, offering a touch of Central American charm.
Pachyphytum oviferum
Pachyphytum oviferum, native to Mexico, is a succulent with smooth, chubby leaves that vary in color from pink to purple. It produces pink to red flowers in late winter to early spring and grows up to 4 inches tall and 12 inches wide. This plant prefers full sun to partial shade and requires watering only when the soil is dry, making it a low-maintenance choice for succulent enthusiasts.
Kalanchoe orgyalis
Kalanchoe orgyalis, also known as 'Copper Spoons', is a branching succulent with spoon-shaped leaves covered in copper-colored hairs. It grows 3 to 4 feet tall and produces yellow flowers from late winter to early spring. This plant prefers full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil.