Variegated surfaces
Colour appears in zones rather than following an identical pattern on every leaf.
Aeonium 'Kiwi Yellow' 8.5cm
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€4,00
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Aeonium 'Kiwi Yellow'
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- Cream and green
- Pink edges
- Fleshy leaves
- Side rosettes
- Seasonal colour
Aeonium 'Kiwi Yellow' brings a luminous palette to its small rosettes: green brushstrokes, cream and yellowish areas, and delicate pink shading along the edges. Its fleshy leaves unfold in successive layers, resembling little flowers whose real attraction is their foliage.
As new growing tips develop, the plant gains a branching outline and greater depth. Unevenly distributed pale areas give each rosette its own expression: some look greener, others more golden, while all retain the same precise geometry.
What makes it special
Three details that reward a closer look.
Layered leaves
Outer leaves frame the more closely packed centre of each rosette.
Branching character
Side shoots add new rosettes rather than retaining a single flat head.
Why you will love it: it has the colour of a little bouquet made entirely from leaves.
In your space Placement & plant pairings Where to place it and how to combine it
Where it looks its best
Choose a very bright windowsill or sheltered balcony, introducing gentle morning sun gradually. In summer, protect it from scorching afternoon sun, especially its pale leaf areas.
Plants to pair it with
Arrange a small group in separate pots so each plant can be watered when it needs it.
- Aeonium 'Zwartkop' provides a dark contrast to the pale rosettes.
- Crassula ovata adds rounded green leaves and a different branching pattern.
- Graptopetalum paraguayense brings cooler grey tones; water it independently.
Care at a glance
Light
Very bright conditions, with gradual exposure to gentle sun.
Watering
When the mix has dried well, water thoroughly and let it drain.
Climate
Protect from frost and extreme heat; reduce water during summer slowdown.
Pets
An ornamental plant, not food. Keep away from pets that chew leaves.
For this plant
Growing medium & nutrition
Detailed care Complete care guide Light, water, climate, growing medium and feeding
Light without sudden changes
Morning sunshine helps maintain a compact outline. Increase exposure gradually and avoid moving a shaded plant straight into scorching sun.
Check before watering
Check deeper in the mix, not just its surface. Once dry, water until it runs through the holes, then empty the saucer.
Growth and summer rest
Growth is often strongest in milder seasons. During intense heat the rosettes may tighten; extra water is not a way to force them open.
Winter protection
Keep in a bright, frost-free position. Cool or dark conditions slow drying, so allow longer between waterings.
Air around the roots
Use a porous succulent mix and a pot with drainage holes. Repot only when necessary, into a slightly larger size while growth is active.
Restrained feeding
Use succulent fertiliser during active growth according to its label. The recommended mix supplies nutrition for about 180 days: do not add fertiliser immediately. Suspend feeding during rest.
Botanical identity Identity & natural origin Identity, synonyms and natural range
The Kiwi group
Aeonium 'Kiwi Yellow' is a cultivated colour selection within the commercial Kiwi group, emphasising cream and yellowish areas.
Botanical reference
The name Aeonium haworthii 'Kiwi' is used for the variegated group. Wild Aeonium haworthii is native to Tenerife.
Wild species and cultivated form
The species grows on rocky slopes and cliffs. The Yellow colour selection belongs to cultivation and is not a separate wild population.
From natural habitat to care: The rocky sites of Aeonium haworthii, the reference species for the Kiwi group, help explain the need for air around the roots. In a pot this means a porous mix and complete drainage, without assuming that pale leaves tolerate the same sunlight as the wild green form.
Greenleaf for Plant Nerds Science nobody asked for A closer look at anatomy and physiology
Chlorophyll and pattern
Green and cream zones differ in chlorophyll content. Variegation is a property of the leaf, not a colour applied to its surface.
Renewal from the centre
New leaves form at the shoot tip, while older leaves occupy the outer part of the rosette.
A record on the stem
Natural loss of old leaves leaves scars on the stem, gradually revealing its branching structure.
The flowering rosette cycle
In branching Aeonium, a flowering rosette completes its life cycle while other shoots can continue.
Frequently asked questions
A few practical questions about its colours and seasonal rhythm.
01 Will every leaf be yellow?
No. Yellow describes the colour form, not an entirely yellow plant. Green and cream areas coexist.
02 Why does the pink edge change?
Intensity varies with light, season and leaf age. Do not try to force colour by abrupt exposure to intense heat.
03 The rosette closed in summer. Is it thirsty?
Not necessarily. Heat can slow growth and tighten the rosette. Check the mix before adding water.
04 Can it live indoors?
Yes, beside a very bright window. A dark corner generally produces looser growth.
05 What if lower leaves fall?
Some older leaves are shed naturally. Many soft leaves combined with wet compost call for a root and drainage check.
06 Will it arrive flowering?
Flowering is not guaranteed. The rosettes and leaf pattern are its main ornamental attraction.
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