Adromischus cristatus

Also Known As

Adromischus poellnitzianus
Cotyledon cristata
Crinkle Leaf Plant

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 3"-12"
W: 12"-15"

planting zones

10a-12

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Adromischus cristatus plant details

Adromischus cristatus is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In fall and summer white flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Adromischus cristatus

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 12 IN - 15 IN - wide, 3 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, desert garden, firescaping/fire wise, houseplant, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Adromischus cristatus

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Adromischus cristatus, also called Crinkle-Leaf Plant, is a succulent featuring clumping rosettes of silvery green, plump, fuzzy leaves with upturned, crinkled tips. Small white flowers bloom out on think stalks.

By: Little Prince of Oregon

Light Shade. Indoor. inconspicuous Reddish White Tubular Flowers on an 8" inflorescence.

By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

Crinkled succulent leaves; stems with red hairs. A very easy plant for novice and experienced growere alike. A great, easy to grow succulent. Place it in a bonsai pot for special effect.