{"product_id":"crassula-mix-1","title":"Crassula cotyledonis - Silver Ripple Jade","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis Crassula's broad, ovate leaves bring an elegant silhouette to your succulent collection. With a slight silvery hint to the mid-green colour, it brings both verdant colour and smooth structure to your home. With a good amount of light, the round leaves of this succulent overlap almost like fish scales, and they can gain a red tint in bright sun. All this incredible foliage really makes this plant stand out to any succulent fan. Keep it happy with bright light including a splash of sun, and not too much water, and it will give you more of its sleek, stylish shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eCrassula cotyledonis\u003c\/i\u003e (thick-leaved plant with cup-like leaves)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSynonyms: \u003cem\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eGlobulea cotyledonis, Purgosea cotyledonis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThis plant was first classified in 1778 and, despite a few other names being used in the meantime, still has the original as the accepted scientific name.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name(s)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eTaylor's Parches, Paddle Succulent, Silver Ripple Jade, Velvet Crassula, Lamb’s Tail\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eAn African native, this plant is found in the Cape Provinces of South Africa and Namibia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eMake sure this plant gets bright light with some direct sun. Morning or evening sun brings out its silvery sheen, but protect it from harsh midday rays in summer to prevent leaf scorching.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eAllow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Make sure water does not sit in the foliage, and that the soil doesn't stay soggy, as this can cause the plant to rot. In autumn and winter, reduce watering while the plant is not actively growing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePrefers dry, arid conditions. Don't keep it anywhere too damp as this can put it at risk of rot.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eA mix with added sand, grit or perlite will work well for this Crassula; look for one designed for cacti and succulents. Repot every few years as the plant grows, and make sure your pot has drainage holes to help the soil to drain properly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFeed every couple of months in the spring \u0026amp; summer growing season; you won't need to feed in winter as the plant won't be growing. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eIdeal temperature is 15-26°C; make sure it does not get colder than 12°C in winter.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNo, this plant is toxic if ingested, so it's best to keep out of reach of curious fingers and claws.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eIf the lower leaves are going yellow and mushy, check the soil and make sure you're letting it dry out between waters. If in doubt, this plant will be easier to revive if you accidentally under-water than if you give it too much, so it's okay to wait a couple of extra days!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"5.5cm","offer_id":55173121016189,"sku":"CF1128","price":4.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/files\/crassula-cotyledonis-silver-ripple-jade-235795.jpg?v=1737516262","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.pro\/products\/crassula-mix-1","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}