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Crassula 'schmidtii' pink 12cm

Name: Crassula 'schmidtii' pink 12cm
Brand: Greenleaf Garden Center
SKU: Crasschmpink12cm
Price: 6.0 EUR
Availability: InStock

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Succulent · Crassulaceae · Pink-flowering cushion

Crassula 'schmidtii' pink

Speckles below, a party on top 🪩

Family: Crassulaceae · Pot diameter: 12 cm · Height: 15 cm

Crassulaceae
Dense low growth
Speckled leaves
Pink flowers
Cape Province

Crassula 'schmidtii' pink is a finely detailed succulent that builds a low, dense cushion of slender fleshy leaves. Dark speckles, soft hairs and reddish tones create a richly textured surface that rewards a closer look.

Above that intricate foliage, numerous small pink to purplish-pink flowers open in bright heads that seem to float over the plant. Its established form delivers immediate volume and colour, ideal for anyone seeking a succulent with genuine floral presence rather than foliage interest alone.

What makes it stand out

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

Speckled foliage

Dark markings and fine hairs turn every small leaf into a distinct detail.

Clouds of pink flowers

Many tiny flowers gather into heads with far greater visual impact.

A dense established base

Numerous stems fill the pot and form a compact, softly outlined mound.

Why you’ll love it: it offers two levels of interest — intricate speckled foliage up close and abundant pink colour in bloom.

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

In your space

Where it looks its best

Display it on a bright surface where the eye sits slightly above the foliage and can read the flower heads. Rose clay, deep green or simple grey ceramic works beautifully with the speckles and purplish bloom colour.

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 multicava — broader foliage and airy flowers in compatible bright conditions.
Delosperma echinatum — fuzzy texture with a different, more upright line.
Graptopetalum paraguayense — glaucous rosettes that make the pink appear warmer.

Care at a glance

Light

Very bright light with gentle morning or late-afternoon sun.

Watering

Water after the mix dries well and the pot feels lighter.

Climate

Prefers mild, airy conditions and protection from heatwaves or frost.

Pets & children

Specific safety data are limited; prevent chewing and ingestion.

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

Keep it in strong natural light, adding gentle sun for tight stems and rich colour. A sudden move into harsh sun may mark the fine foliage.

Correct watering

Wait until the mix is well dried and the pot feels lighter. Water evenly at root level and let all excess escape immediately.

Airflow and humidity

The dense base needs air circulation. Avoid misting and remove spent flowers or dry leaves that interfere with rapid drying.

Temperature and seasonal rhythm

It grows and flowers best in mild conditions and may slow during intense summer heat. Adjust water to visible new growth.

Substrate

Use a porous cactus-and-succulent mix in a pot with a clear drainage hole. A relatively broad surface suits its low spread.

Feeding, repotting and handling

With fresh Sybasoil, wait about two months. Then apply diluted Cactus & Succulent Focus only while new leaves or flower stems are appearing.

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

An accepted subspecies

The accepted name is Crassula exilis subsp. schmidtii. The older Crassula schmidtii remains a valid synonym in historic and trade use.

Native to the Cape

The subspecies is native to South Africa’s Cape Provinces and grows as a small succulent subshrub in subtropical settings.

“Pink” is a trade distinction

“Pink” describes the pink-flowering selection sold here. No authoritative public record was found for a separate cultivar with documented breeder or parentage.

From natural habitat to care: Subtropical Cape sites combine strong light, rocky drainage and growth during milder periods. Slender fleshy leaves store water while the dense base needs air; in cultivation this means bright conditions, a porous mix and watering matched to actual growth.

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

Speckles are a natural feature

Dark markings are distributed across the leaves and create the characteristic spotted pattern.

Fine hairs soften reflection

Minute hairs create a matte finish and make reddish tones appear deeper.

Many flowers read as one head

Small five-parted corollas cluster together and gain greater visual impact.

The base branches freely

New stems form a dense cushion and renew the flowering surface.

Frequently asked questions

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

01What is the correct name?

The accepted name is Crassula exilis subsp. schmidtii; C. schmidtii is a synonym.

02When does it flower?

Usually during mild bright periods, with exact timing varying by climate and maturity.

03Why is the base becoming sparse?

Insufficient light or overly soft growth elongates stems. Increase brightness gradually.

04When does it need water?

When the mix has dried well and the pot feels distinctly lighter.

05Can it be renewed from cuttings?

Yes. Healthy tips root after the cut has callused on a porous mix.

06Is “Pink” an official cultivar?

The term is used commercially for the pink form, without a documented public record of breeder or parents.

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Crassula 'schmidtii' pink 12cm

Crassula 'schmidtii' pink 12cm

Crassula 'schmidtii' pink

What makes it stand out

Speckled foliage

Clouds of pink flowers

A dense established base

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

An accepted subspecies

Native to the Cape

“Pink” is a trade distinction

Speckles are a natural feature

Fine hairs soften reflection

Many flowers read as one head

The base branches freely

Frequently asked questions

Crassula 'schmidtii' pink 12cm — Care & Tips

We take care of the packaging!

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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