Plants in family crassulaceae
Sedum album
Sedum album is a durable and adaptable European native plant with dark green round leaves and white star-shaped flowers that bloom in late spring. It forms mat-like stands and is well-suited for growing in crevices or free-draining rocky soil, making it ideal for rock gardens.
Crassula tetragona
Crassula tetragona is a succulent native to Southern Africa, often used as a 'pine tree' in Bonsai. It features erect or spreading shrubs with woody stems and crossed pairs of green leaves. This plant is frost-resistant, prefers full sun, and is propagated from leaves and cuttings.
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.
Crassula 'Jade'
Crassula 'Jade' is an evergreen succulent from South Africa with green, finger-like leaves tipped with red. It blooms with small pinkish-white flowers in late fall and early winter.
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.
Echeveria laui
Echeveria laui is a drought-tolerant succulent that requires ample light and well-draining soil. It is recommended to place it in a south-facing location and allow drought periods between waterings, as it can freeze below 40°F.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Kalanchoe beharensis
Kalanchoe beharensis, native to Madagascar, is an evergreen shrub with large, triangular leaves covered in a velvety, silver-green fuzz. This succulent can grow up to 12 feet tall and is known for its unique leaf texture and undulated margins. It blooms with small, yellowish flowers from spring to summer and is frost-resistant to a degree. The 'Fang' cultivar has received the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.
Echeveria 'Blue Atoll'
Echeveria 'Blue Atoll' is a fast-growing succulent with blue-green rosettes covered in a white powdery coating. It can reach up to 6 inches tall and 10 inches in diameter, producing bell-shaped orange to yellow flowers in spring. This plant is suitable for containers, rock gardens, or green roofs and requires well-draining soil. It is not cold hardy and should be moved indoors if temperatures drop below 30°F.
Sedum nevii
This drought-tolerant plant naturally grows in sunny areas and requires porous, well-draining soil. It needs minimal watering and should avoid wet soil. Adding pumice, perlite, or grit to the soil can improve drainage, and it can freeze if temperatures drop below 40 degrees Fahrenheit.
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.
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.
Echeveria agavoides 'Christmas'
Echeveria agavoides 'Christmas' is a drought-tolerant succulent with bright green leaves edged in red, forming a rosette shape. It produces orange flowers and can be grown indoors or outdoors, reaching 3-7 inches tall and 4-8 inches wide. This plant prefers sunny areas and well-draining soil, requiring little watering. It is sensitive to cold and should be protected from temperatures below 40°F.
Aeonium gomerense
Aeonium gomerense is a succulent from the Crassulaceae family, known for its green leaves with potential red edges. It can grow up to 2 meters tall and features rosettes up to 28 cm in diameter. This plant blooms in winter and spring with pale yellow flowers with pink tips. Aeonium gomerense prefers full to partial sun and requires a soak and dry watering method, thriving in porous soil with excellent drainage.
Crassula perforata
Crassula perforata, native to South Africa, is a succulent with long, rambling stems and button-like leaves. It produces tiny cream flowers and thrives in sunny areas with well-draining soil. This drought-tolerant plant requires minimal watering.
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%.
Kalanchoe synsepala
Kalanchoe synsepala, also known as the walking kalanchoe, is a succulent native to Madagascar, recognized for its gray to green leaves with pink and purple edges. It can grow up to 20 inches tall and produces flowers in the fall. This plant requires at least six hours of light daily and should be watered when the soil is dry. It is known for producing baby plants at the ends of long stems, giving it a unique appearance. Kalanchoe synsepala is suitable for USDA hardiness zones 9b to 11b and prefers partial sun to light shade.
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.
Adromischus cristatus
Adromischus cristatus is a compact succulent with distinctive, wavy-edged, bright lime green leaves. It grows up to 4 inches tall and 8 inches wide, producing small tubular flowers in spring. This low-maintenance plant is perfect for decorative arrangements and improves indoor air quality.
Graptopetalum rusbyi
Graptopetalum rusbyi is a succulent with delicate rosette formations in soft pastel colors, including pale lavender, dusty pink, and mint green. Native to Mexico and Central America, it thrives in bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. This drought-tolerant plant requires minimal maintenance and can reproduce in various ways. Its unique coloration and adaptability make it a charming addition to succulent collections.
Kalanchoe thyrsiflora
Kalanchoe thyrsiflora is a drought-tolerant succulent native to arid climates. It requires minimal watering, about once every 2-3 weeks, making it an ideal choice for low-maintenance gardens. This plant is well-suited for dry environments and can thrive with little attention, making it a popular choice for those looking to add a touch of greenery without the hassle of frequent care.