How to Care for Adromischus cristatus (Crinkle-leaf Plant)
Korean name: 아드로미스쿠스
A succulent plant with uniquely crinkled leaves and thick, fleshy foliage. It has short, stout stems and is easy to grow indoors, particularly tolerant of dry conditions.
Key facts
- Category: Succulent
- Difficulty: Easy
- Where to keep: indoors
- Native to: South Africa
- Growth rate: Slow
- Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
- Traits: succulent, easy to grow, drought tolerant
- Also known as: Crinkle-leaf Plant, Key Lime Pie
Care Guide
- Light: Avoid direct sunlight and provide bright indirect light.
- Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil has dried out completely.
- Soil: Use well-draining succulent soil.
- Humidity: Prefers dry conditions.
- Temperature: 15~25°C
- Fertilizer: Apply diluted liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Common questions
How often should you water Adromischus cristatus?
Water thoroughly when the soil has dried out completely. Roughly every 14 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.
Where should you keep Adromischus cristatus?
Light: Avoid direct sunlight and provide bright indirect light. You can grow it indoors. Soil: Use well-draining succulent soil.
Is Adromischus cristatus safe around pets?
Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
Is Adromischus cristatus good for beginners?
Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Temperature: 15~25°C. Humidity: Prefers dry conditions. Fertiliser: Apply diluted liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season.