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Crassula perforata f. variegata 5.5cm

Name: Crassula perforata f. variegata 5.5cm
Brand: Greenleaf Garden Center
SKU: Crasperfvariegat5.5cm
Price: 3.0 EUR
Availability: InStock

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Succulent · Crassulaceae · Cream-edged stacked leaves

Crassula perforata f. variegata

Cream, green and a little red when it gets the right light 🧵

Family: Crassulaceae · Pot diameter: 5.5 cm

Crassulaceae
Cream-green variegation
Stacked opposite leaves
Trailing with age
South African species

Crassula perforata f. variegata is a graphic succulent with opposite leaf pairs rotating around each stem like cream-and-green beads threaded on a string. Pale sectors illuminate every node, while margins can develop a pink to red accent that further defines the stacked structure. The repeated pattern creates a crisp rhythm and immediate decorative presence.

Young stems begin upright, then lean and trail as they lengthen, developing into a light cascade. Variegation gives the already distinctive geometry of Crassula perforata a brighter collector expression suited to both minimalist arrangements and colourful collections. It may be small now, but its repeating architecture becomes more impressive with every new pair of leaves.

What makes it stand out

Three defining details that turn its botanical identity into real presence for a collection and interior.

Leaves threaded like beads

Opposite pairs wrap around the stem to create a continuous stacked column.

Variegation with warm margins

Cream and green sectors meet pink or red edges in bright conditions.

From upright to trailing

Young stems rise and later arch, gradually changing the silhouette.

Why you’ll love it: it resembles a living cream-and-green necklace, bringing crisp geometry, luminous colour and movement at a compact scale.

In your spacePlacement & plant pairingsWhere it looks best and which plants complement it

In your space

Where it looks its best

Place it on a bright shelf or raised sill where stems can later arch freely. Terracotta, soft pink or dark green ceramic highlights the cream sectors. Keep it near eye level, as its beauty lies in the repetition of small nodes.

Plant pairings

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.

Crassula rupestris ‘Tom Thumb’ — a smaller green stacked form for scale comparison.
Sedum rubrotinctum ‘Aurora’ — rounded pink leaves echoing the warm accents.
Graptopetalum paraguayense — glaucous rosettes as a calm base, in a separate pot.

Care at a glance

Light

Very bright light with gentle sun for compact stems and coloured margins.

Watering

Water once the mix has dried completely, with immediate drainage.

Climate

Good airflow, mild temperatures and protection from frost.

Pets & children

Specific safety data are limited; prevent chewing.

For this plant

Substrate & nutrition

Suitable substrateSybasoil Cacti & Succulent Premium Mix 5ltView product

Suitable feedCactus&Succulent focus 100mlView product

Detailed careComplete care guideLight, drying cycle, climate, substrate and feeding in detail

Light and position

Provide abundant bright light and some morning or late-afternoon sun. Variegated tissue scorches more easily, so increase direct exposure gradually.

Correct watering

Water thoroughly once the mix is fully dry and let excess escape through the drainage hole. Do not allow moisture to remain between dense leaf pairs.

Airflow and humidity

Maintain airflow around the many nodes, especially beneath trailing stems. Misting is unnecessary.

Temperature and seasonal rhythm

It grows mainly in mild to warm periods and may slow in extreme heat or cold. Protect from frost and reduce water when new growth stops.

Substrate

Use a porous succulent mix in a pot with a drainage hole. A shallower stable pot suits the stems without holding an unnecessary mass of wet mix.

Feeding, repotting and handling

With fresh Sybasoil, wait about two months, then use diluted Cactus & Succulent Focus only during active growth. Long stems can be cut above a node to encourage denser branching.

Botanical identityIdentity & natural originAccepted name, taxonomic history and natural or cultivated provenance

Based on accepted Crassula perforata

Crassula perforata is an accepted South African Crassulaceae species. Its name refers to the impression that the stem “pierces” each leaf pair.

Native to the Cape Provinces

The wild species occurs in South Africa’s Cape Provinces in seasonally dry rocky sites and low shrub vegetation.

Variegation is a cultivated selection

The cream-green form is maintained in cultivation and is not a separate wild taxon with a documented breeder or natural range.

From natural habitat to care: Rocky seasonally dry Cape habitats explain fleshy leaves, strong light and the need for rapid drainage. Variegated cream sectors contain less chlorophyll, so the plant needs abundant light for compact growth but careful acclimation to hot sun.

Greenleaf for Plant NerdsScientific facts nobody asked forBotanical detail for anyone who wants to know what lies behind the plant’s appearance

Leaves are opposite and joined at the base

Each pair embraces the stem, creating the impression that it passes through the leaves.

Variegation reduces photosynthetic area

Cream sectors contain less chlorophyll, so this form usually grows more slowly than the green one.

Red margins contain anthocyanins

Pigments intensify in abundant light and mild cool conditions without requiring extreme dehydration.

CAM photosynthesis

Night-time carbon uptake reduces water loss through dry periods.

Frequently asked questions

Useful answers about light, watering, seasonal rhythm and the plant’s correct identity.

01Why are the margins turning red?

Anthocyanins intensify in bright, mildly cool conditions. It is natural colour as long as tissue remains firm and healthy.

02Why are gaps between leaves increasing?

Elongation usually indicates weak light. Move the plant gradually to a brighter position and later prune overly loose stems.

03When does it need water?

When the mix is fully dry and the pot feels light. Water thoroughly, drain completely and do not leave water between leaves.

04Can cut stems be rooted?

Yes. Let a clean cut dry, then place the stem in a barely moist, highly porous mix until roots form.

05Which mix and feed does it need?

Use Sybasoil Cacti & Succulent in a pot with a drainage hole. Wait about two months, then apply diluted Cactus & Succulent Focus only during active growth.

06Is it safe around pets?

Reliable data for this exact form are limited. Keep it out of reach and do not allow chewing.

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Crassula perforata f. variegata 5.5cm

Crassula perforata f. variegata 5.5cm

Crassula perforata f. variegata

What makes it stand out

Leaves threaded like beads

Variegation with warm margins

From upright to trailing

Where it looks its best

Plants that complement it

Care at a glance

Light

Watering

Climate

Pets & children

Substrate & nutrition

Light and position

Correct watering

Airflow and humidity

Temperature and seasonal rhythm

Substrate

Feeding, repotting and handling

Based on accepted Crassula perforata

Native to the Cape Provinces

Variegation is a cultivated selection

Leaves are opposite and joined at the base

Variegation reduces photosynthetic area

Red margins contain anthocyanins

CAM photosynthesis

Frequently asked questions

Crassula perforata f. variegata 5.5cm — Care & Tips

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With specially designed boxes, we ensure that the plants will reach you intact, no matter what they encounter on the way!

All plants in 3L pots or larger are placed in individual boxes that secure the plant at the base of the pot, preventing it from tipping over.

The cardboard used for the boxes is specially made to provide resistance to potential impacts during transport.

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