Crisp two-tone contrast
Cream sectors illuminate every rosette while preserving a fresh green framework.
Sedum 'Alice Evans Variegata' 5.5cm
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€3,40
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Sedum 'Alice Evans Variegata'
Small in its pot, huge on variegation 🌈
- Crassulaceae
- Cream and green
- Miniature rosettes
- Branching habit
- Collector selection
Sedum 'Alice Evans Variegata' is a compact succulent with exceptionally crisp two-tone foliage and rosettes that appear individually painted. Its fleshy leaves combine soft green with cream to buttery bands, while subtle tonal shifts make every leaf slightly different. The luminous palette gives it the presence of a rare miniature and makes even a small collection feel carefully curated.
As the stems branch, the little heads build a dense yet airy composition with detail from every angle. It does not rely on scale to impress; its appeal comes from precise pattern, fine texture and unmistakable collector character. This is a distinctive Sedum for anyone wanting something far removed from an ordinary all-green form.
What makes it stand out
Three defining details that turn its botanical identity into real presence for a collection and interior.
A miniature that develops
Short stems add new heads and gradually build a dense, layered cluster.
Genuine collector appeal
Stable variegation delivers the distinctive look sought in carefully selected succulents.
Why you’ll love it: it condenses colour, detail and rarity into a miniature cluster that keeps developing.
In your spacePlacement & plant pairingsWhere it looks best and which plants complement it
Where it looks its best
Display it on its own in low terracotta or a matte charcoal pot so the cream sectors remain visually crisp. In a collection of small succulents it becomes a bright accent among glaucous and dark rosettes. Leave visual space around the stems so its branching habit remains easy to read.
Plants that complement it
Pair it with plants that genuinely share its light, substrate and seasonal rhythm. Separate pots keep care precise for each one.
- Echeveria ‘Black Prince’ — a dark rosette that heightens the cream contrast.
- Haworthiopsis attenuata — crisp white striping against softer variegation.
- Crassula rupestris — stacked stems add height and a different visual rhythm.
Care at a glance
Light
Very bright light with gentle direct sun after gradual acclimation.
Watering
Soak thoroughly only after the mix has dried almost completely.
Climate
Good airflow; protect from frost and prolonged summer overheating.
Pets & children
No reliable cultivar-specific safety record is available; prevent chewing and ingestion.
For this plant
Substrate & nutrition
Detailed careComplete care guideLight, drying cycle, climate, substrate and feeding in detail
Light and position
Provide abundant diffused light and introduce morning or late-afternoon sun gradually. Cream tissue contains less chlorophyll and marks more readily after sudden exposure to harsh sun.
Correct watering
Water deeply when the mix is dry almost throughout, then allow unobstructed drainage. Fine roots do not tolerate persistent moisture, especially when growth has slowed.
Airflow and humidity
Maintain airflow around the low cluster and do not mist the rosettes. Water held between leaves can cause marking or localised rot.
Temperature and seasonal rhythm
Growth is strongest in mild to warm conditions and slows in cold or extreme heat. Match watering to the actual pace of new growth.
Substrate
Use a highly porous succulent mix with a substantial mineral fraction and a pot with a clear drainage hole. Do not bury the fine stems deeply when repotting.
Feeding, repotting and handling
During active growth, an occasional low-strength succulent fertiliser applied to already moist mix is sufficient. Avoid excess nitrogen, which encourages soft growth and a less distinct pattern.
Botanical identityIdentity & natural originAccepted name, taxonomic history and natural or cultivated provenance
A cultivated hybrid line
Horticultural literature attributes the original ‘Alice Evans’ to Sedum clavatum × Sedum lucidum. A consistent public breeder or release record is not available.
The variegated form
“Variegata” denotes a clone combining green tissue with cream areas containing less chlorophyll. The sport’s first occurrence and introduction are not reliably documented.
No wild range as a cultivar
This named selection is not a wild taxon and is maintained vegetatively. Ecological context comes only from the reported parent species, not from an invented natural population of the cultivar.
From natural habitat to care: The two Mexican species reported as parents are associated with bright rocky settings where water drains rapidly, while the variegated form has less photosynthetically active tissue. Care therefore preserves a clear soak-and-dry cycle, with more cautious acclimation to direct sun.
Greenleaf for Plant NerdsScientific facts nobody asked forBotanical detail for anyone who wants to know what lies behind the plant’s appearance
Variegation is a tissue mosaic
Green chlorophyll-rich cells and pale cells with less chlorophyll coexist within the same rosette.
Vegetative propagation preserves the pattern
Stem cuttings and rosettes reproduce the clone more reliably than seed.
Fleshy leaves are reservoirs
Specialised tissue stores water, allowing the plant to cross dry intervals without constant supply.
Colour balance is not absolute
The green-to-cream ratio can vary by shoot; fully green reversions often grow faster.
Frequently asked questions
Useful answers about light, watering, seasonal rhythm and the plant’s correct identity.
01Is it a botanical species?
No. It is a variegated cultivated selection of the ‘Alice Evans’ hybrid line and has no wild population under this name.
02Why is it producing an all-green shoot?
This is a reversion to tissue with more chlorophyll. It grows faster and can be removed if the variegated balance is to be maintained.
03Why are the cream areas turning brown?
Common causes include sudden harsh sun, water held on the leaves or roots staying wet. Review conditions before removing a leaf.
04When does it need watering?
When the mix is dry almost throughout and the pot feels noticeably lighter. Then water thoroughly and allow complete drainage.
05How is the two-tone pattern maintained?
With abundant safe light, restrained feeding and control of green reversions. Do not force colour through deliberate prolonged drought.
06Does it need caution around animals?
There is insufficient documentation for this cultivar specifically. Keep it out of chewing range and seek veterinary advice if material is ingested.
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