Orostachys japonica

Japanese Stonecrop

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Cold-hardy succulent perennial forming rosettes of fleshy leaves, often turning red/purple in cold weather. Monocarpic flowering plant.
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Plant Details

Common Name Japanese Stonecrop
Family Crassulaceae
Genus Orostachys
Species Japonica
Origin East Asia
Blooming Produces tall flower spikes in summer, monocarpic.
Leaf Color Green to grey-green, red/purple tips in cold.
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Succulents plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Sandy loam with excellent drainage, gritty mix or cactus soil.

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Watering

Water sparingly during active growth (spring/summer). Allow soil to dry completely between waterings. Reduce in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers full sun for compact growth and color. Tolerates partial shade but may etiolate.

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Fertilization

Apply diluted liquid fertilizer once monthly during growing season, avoid high nitrogen.

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Pruning

Remove dead flower stalks after blooming as plant dies. Remove old basal leaves.

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Snail

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
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Nov
Dec
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
-4° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1000 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
100 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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