Aeonium 'Green Tea' is a beautiful plant that will surely stand out in any collection. It is also sold as Aeonium 'Bronze Medal Variegated', Aeonium 'Cream Tea', and Aeonium 'Sweet Tea'.
Scientific Name
Aeonium 'Green Tea'
Scientific Classification
Family: Crassulaceae
Subfamily: Sempervivoideae
Tribe: Aeonieae
Genus: Aeonium
Origin
Aeonium 'Green Tea' is a variegated form of Aeonium 'Bronze Medal'.
Description
Aeonium 'Green Tea' is an eye-catching succulent shrublet with numerous branches that end in rosettes of variegated leaves. It has a compact growth habit and can grow up to 18 inches (45 cm) in height. The rosettes can reach up to 2.5 inches (6.2 cm) in diameter. The leaves display a beautiful variegated mix of green, cream, and pink colors, often with a darker stripe running down the middle. During the summer, the pink hues of the leaves enhance, adding more charm to the plant's beauty.
Flowering has not been observed to date.
How to Grow and Care for Aeonium 'Green Tea'
Light: Aeonium 'Green Tea' thrives in full sun to partial shade, but in summer, light shade may be necessary, especially during the hotter afternoon hours. When growing indoors, ensure it receives as much bright indirect light as possible to prevent the plant from becoming leggy and stretched.
Soil: Unlike most succulents, this plant requires a sandy loam or regular potting soil amended with perlite. Avoid placing it in premade soil mixes designed for succulents since it needs more moisture than they typically provide.
Temperature: Aeonium 'Green Tea' does not like hot or dry weather, so it may go dormant in summer. It grows best in USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 10a to 11b, with average minimum winter temperatures ranging from 30 to 50 °F (-1.1 to 10 °C).
Watering: Water the plant thoroughly in spring and fall, allowing the soil to dry before watering again. During the winter, water it more sparingly. Although this plant requires more water than most succulents, too much moisture can lead to root rot. During its dormancy in summer, stop watering except in arid conditions.
Fertilizing: To stimulate growth and improve the plant's appearance, apply a water-soluble fertilizer diluted to half the recommended strength only during the growing season.
Repotting: If growing Aeonium 'Green Tea' in a container, repot it every two to three years during the spring. Choose a container with drainage holes to prevent root rot.
Propagation: This plant is easy to propagate by stem cuttings. Take cuttings during the growing season and allow the cut end to dry for several days before planting.
Learn more at How to Grow and Care for Aeonium.
Toxicity of Aeonium 'Green Tea'
Aeonium 'Green Tea' is considered non-toxic, so growing around children and pets is safe.
Links
- Back to genus Aeonium
- Succupedia: Browse succulents by Scientific Name, Common Name, Genus, Family, USDA Hardiness Zone, Origin, or cacti by Genus
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