A dark colour palette
Charcoal and deep-green tones bring depth to a collection of brighter rosettes.
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Sinocrassula yunnanensis 5.5cm
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€3,50
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Sinocrassula yunnanensis
Tiny, but never short on statements 📣
- Crassulaceae
- Dark rosettes
- Velvety texture
- Compact growth
- Chinese species
Sinocrassula yunnanensis is a miniature succulent with a strikingly dark character. Its dense rosettes are built from narrow, fleshy leaves in deep green to charcoal tones, finished with a fine velvety texture that softens their geometry. Each rosette looks like a carefully crafted botanical miniature and creates a strong contrast beside pale or glaucous succulents.
Over time it develops into a close cluster of many small heads, gradually forming a dark, textured mound across the pot. Its restrained scale and unusual palette make it a compelling choice for collections where detail matters: discreet from a distance, fascinating up close. This is a plant that commands attention without relying on bright colour.
What makes it stand out
Three defining details that turn its botanical identity into real presence for a collection and interior.
Many miniature heads
New rosettes gradually build a dense sculptural cluster with interest from every angle.
Texture worth a closer look
Fine hairs lend an almost velvety surface to the tightly ordered leaves.
Why you’ll love it: a tiny, unusually dark rosette that makes even a compact collection feel more considered.
In your spacePlacement & plant pairingsWhere it looks best and which plants complement it
Where it looks its best
Display it close to a bright window where its texture and emerging rosettes can be appreciated. Pale terracotta, white ceramic or light natural grit gives crisp contrast to its charcoal body. Leave some visual space around it so the low cluster reads as a single sculpture.
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.
- Haworthiopsis attenuata — white striping and a crisp upright contrast.
- Echeveria elegans — a bright glaucous rosette against the darker tones.
- Crassula rupestris — stacked stems add height without overwhelming the arrangement.
Care at a glance
Light
Very bright light with gentle direct sun after gradual acclimation.
Watering
Water thoroughly once the mix has dried completely.
Climate
Good airflow; protect from prolonged heat and frost.
Pets & children
Species-specific safety data are limited; prevent chewing.
For this plant
Substrate & nutrition
Detailed careComplete care guideLight, drying cycle, climate, substrate and feeding in detail
Light and position
Keep it in very bright light. A little morning or late-afternoon sun supports compact growth, but move it into direct light gradually to avoid marking the dark leaves.
Correct watering
Once the mix is dry throughout, water evenly until excess drains from the hole, then let it drain fully. Do not leave water trapped between the tightly packed rosettes.
Airflow and humidity
It prefers clean airflow and moderate to low humidity. The dense cluster benefits from circulation around its base, especially in cooler conditions.
Temperature and seasonal rhythm
Growth is strongest in mild conditions and may slow during intense summer heat or cold weather. Adjust watering to actual uptake rather than the calendar.
Substrate
Use a porous cactus-and-succulent mix with plenty of mineral material in a pot with a clear drainage hole. Its low, widening cluster does not require excessive depth.
Feeding, repotting and handling
With fresh Sybasoil, wait about two months before adding feed. Then use diluted Cactus & Succulent Focus only while new growth is active; repot once the cluster has filled the pot.
Botanical identityIdentity & natural originAccepted name, taxonomic history and natural or cultivated provenance
An accepted species
Sinocrassula yunnanensis is an accepted name in Crassulaceae. The genus Sinocrassula comprises Asian succulents with small rosettes and fleshy leaves.
Native to south-central China
Its native range lies in south-central China, particularly western Yunnan, in temperate mountain settings.
A species, not a named cultivar
The product name refers to the botanical species rather than a registered cultivar. Dark colour intensity can vary between clones and growing conditions.
From natural habitat to care: Temperate mountain sites in Yunnan combine strong light, cooler nights and rapid water movement. In cultivation, that points to bright, airy conditions and a porous mix, with particular care to avoid stagnant moisture during very hot or cold periods.
Greenleaf for Plant NerdsScientific facts nobody asked forBotanical detail for anyone who wants to know what lies behind the plant’s appearance
Rosettes multiply
Lateral shoots form new heads, gradually turning a single rosette into a compact colony.
Texture has a botanical role
Fine hairs alter light reflection and give the leaves their characteristic matte appearance.
Water-saving metabolism
Like many Crassulaceae, it uses CAM photosynthesis, shifting much of its gas exchange to the night.
Flowers rise above the cluster
Slender inflorescences extend above the rosettes and carry small star-shaped flowers.
Frequently asked questions
Useful answers about light, watering, seasonal rhythm and the plant’s correct identity.
01Why is it losing its dark colour?
It often becomes greener in weak light or during overly soft growth. Increase light gradually and avoid excessive feeding.
02When should it be watered?
Only when the mix is dry throughout and the pot feels distinctly light. Then water thoroughly and allow complete drainage.
03Why is the rosette opening up?
Loose, elongated growth usually indicates insufficient light. Existing growth will not contract, but new growth can become denser in a brighter position.
04Can the cluster be divided?
Yes, once well-formed side heads have their own roots. Make clean cuts and allow wounds to dry before planting.
05Which mix and feed suit it?
Use porous Sybasoil Cacti & Succulent in a pot with a clear drainage hole. Wait about two months after repotting, then apply diluted Cactus & Succulent Focus only during active growth.
06Is it safe around pets?
Reliable species-specific data are limited. Keep it out of reach and do not allow chewing or ingestion.
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