€10,60

🌱 Morphology
  Small, clumping perennial succulent herb that forms groups of numerous rosettes over time. Each rosette measures approximately 2.5–3.5 cm in diameter, and the plant reaches a height of about 5–10 cm. The basal leaves are ob-lanceolate to spatulate, fleshy, measuring 1.2–2.5 × 0.4–0.5 cm, and densely covered with a fine, short white pubescence, with an acute to acuminate apex. Under bright light, they can take on very dark grey-green, brown-purple, or almost black tones. The flower stems are erect, 5–10 cm long, densely leafy, and also pubescent.

🌍 Distribution, habitat, and family
Endemic to western Yunnan, China, where it grows in montane and rocky environments at altitudes of approximately 2500–2800 m, in well-drained locations. It belongs to the Crassulaceae family and the Sinocrassula genus, which is currently recognized as an independent genus by Kew. Its former name, Crassula yunnanensis, is a synonym.

❄️ Temperature · USDA Zone 9b–11b
It is a species of montane origin, adapted to relatively cool temperatures, but this does not mean it should be kept permanently cool. It is recommended to protect it from frost and, especially, from the combination of high temperatures and humidity. In Mediterranean cultivation, it should be kept dry and very well ventilated during periods of intense heat.

☀️ Lighting
High light levels are recommended, with a target of approximately 15–25 mol·m⁻²·day⁻¹ DLI PAR during growth. It tolerates direct sun if acclimated, but in Madrid it may be preferable to filter the radiation during the most intense summer hours to prevent scorching and heat stress. Insufficient light results in more open rosettes and the loss of its characteristic dark coloration.

💧 Growth cycle and watering
Opportunistic. It exhibits a pattern of activity mainly during seasons with moderate temperatures, with growth particularly favorable in spring and autumn. Intense summer heat can cause a marked slowdown, so watering should be significantly reduced under these conditions. During growth, it is recommended to water thoroughly and allow the substrate to dry out completely before watering again. In summer, if temperatures are very high, watering should be spaced out considerably, and excellent ventilation should be maintained. In winter, when temperatures are low, the substrate should remain almost dry.

🌸 Flowering
The inflorescence is terminal, dense, and approximately corymbiform, measuring about 2.5 cm in diameter. The flowers are relatively large for the size of the plant, with greenish-yellow petals and a slightly papillose exterior.  In Spain, it flowers approximately between March and May, depending on temperatures and management. The flowering rosettes are monocarpic and die after blooming, but the plant maintains the colony through its numerous lateral rosettes.

🌿 Nutrition
During periods of active growth, Desert CHOICE® Succulents is recommended, applied to the substrate after it has been moistened. Before flowering, it can be supplemented with Desert CHOICE® Flowering to promote the development of the inflorescences.

This is an inimitable xerophyte grown in Madrid in a technological square pot with substrate activated with mycorrhizal fungi and biofungicides.

9x9 cm gourmet black pot

* As this is an online purchase, the appearance of the specimen sent may vary slightly from the product image. The plant's measurements are specified in the photo description, but these may also vary slightly because it is a living thing! Each of the plants from Desert CITY has unique characteristics.

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