Adromischus cristatus Chunky Green

Origin: Eastern Cape, South Africa

What a cute little miniature plant, A selected form with nice chunky green leaves leaves with thick "crested" tips.

Plant Size: Well established plant, grown in 7 cm pots are offered. The photo is of the plants that are for sale.

About Adromischus

This is a small sized genus with about 28 recognized species. It is a genus of mostly small leaf succulents with an immense variation found in the species regarding their leaf size, shape, markings and coloration. It is predominantly found in the Northern Cape, Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces, but is also known from the KwaZulu-Natal, Mpumalanga, Gauteng and Limpopo provinces.

Caring for your Adromischus

• Pot: Adro's are best suited to growing in pots. They work well in mixed planted containers too.

• Soil: The plants are very willing and can adapt to most soil types as long as they are well drained.

• Light: The brighter the light, the more colourful and compact your plants will be.

• Water: Most Adro's enjoy watering every two weeks or so, depending on the species and the growing conditions. When well established, the plants are very drought hardy.