Water
Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings. Overwatering is a common cause of root rot. Reduce watering significantly in winter dormancy.
Ensure pots have excellent drainage to prevent waterlogging, especially during cooler months.
Also known as Chinese Dunce Cap · Green Rose · Orostachys
Orostachys malacophylla is a charming perennial succulent known for its attractive rosettes of fleshy leaves and its prolific production of offsets, making it ideal for r
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect sunlight
75% intensity
Can tolerate some direct sun, but protect from intense afternoon heat
Allow soil to dry out between waterings
25% intensity
Reduce in winter
Well-drained, sandy loam
50% intensity
Average to warm room temperatures
50% intensity
Tolerates cooler temperatures in winter dormancy (down to 5°C)
Infrequent
25% intensity
Diluted succulent fertilizer during growing season
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic to pets and humans.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings. Overwatering is a common cause of root rot. Reduce watering significantly in winter dormancy.
Ensure pots have excellent drainage to prevent waterlogging, especially during cooler months.
Minimal pruning is typically required. Remove any dead or dried leaves to maintain a tidy appearance and prevent potential disease. If the plant becomes leggy, you can prune it back to encourage bushier growth.
This also helps maintain its compact form.
Easily propagated from offsets (pups) that form at the base of the mother plant or from stem cuttings. Allow cuttings to callous over for a few days before planting in well-draining soil.
Offsets can be gently separated and planted individually.
Repot every 2-3 years, or when the plant outgrows its current container. Use a gritty, well-draining soil mix specifically formulated for succulents or cacti.
Repot in spring, before active growth begins, to give the roots time to establish.
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Photos of Orostachys Malacophylla (Orostachys malacophylla)
Where Orostachys Malacophylla (Orostachys malacophylla) is found

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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Saxifragales |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Genus | Orostachys |
| Species | Orostachys malacophylla |
Similar in genus Orostachys
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