Orostachys malacophylla

Owned by Harry Podschwit (@space_coyote).

Notes

Commonly known as Chinese Dunce Cap. Family: Crassulaceae. This plant is generally considered non-toxic to pets and humans.

Details

Identity & Classification

Common Name
Chinese Dunce Caps
Subspecies
iwarenge

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Succulent
Growth Habit
Groundcover

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Offset / Pup

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Low Water Needs
Temperature Range
Cool Temperate (32–70°F / 0–21°C)
Humidity Range
Low Humidity Tolerant (20–40%)
Light Needs
Full Sun

Origin & Source

Acquisition Source
Fort Collins Nursery
Date Acquired
Mar 29, 2026
Natural Habitat Location
Mountainous regions of East Asia

Collection Context

Quantity
1
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Commonly known as Chinese Dunce Cap. Family: Crassulaceae. This plant is generally considered non-toxic to pets and humans.
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Chinese Dunce Caps
Orostachys malacophylla by space_coyote
Orostachys malacophylla by space_coyote

Orostachys

malacophylla

Common NameChinese Dunce Caps
Subspeciesiwarenge

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Succulent
Growth Habit
Groundcover

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Offset / Pup

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Low Water Needs
Temperature Range
Cool Temperate (32–70°F / 0–21°C)
Humidity Range
Low Humidity Tolerant (20–40%)
Light Needs
Full Sun

Origin & Source

Date Acquired
Mar 29, 2026
Acquisition SourceFort Collins Nursery
Natural Habitat LocationMountainous regions of East Asia

Collection Context

Quantity
1

Added Details

Commonly known as Chinese Dunce Cap. Family: Crassulaceae. This plant is generally considered non-toxic to pets and humans.

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