Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Berger
Source:
tro
Year:
1930
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. ed. 2 , 18a: 463 (1930)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001300667
Common Names
- Sinocrassula yunnanensis
- Yunnanensis Sinocrassula
- Yunnanensis's Sinocrassula
Description
Sinocrassula yunnanensis (also called Chinese Jade Plant, among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to Yunnan province in China. It has thick, fleshy, green leaves with a red margin and yellow flowers. It grows in rocky areas and can be found in the wild in the mountainous regions of Yunnan.
Uses & Benefits
Sinocrassula yunnanensis is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its adaptogenic properties. It is also used as a dietary supplement for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-fatigue properties. It is also used in cosmetics and skincare products for its anti-aging and anti-wrinkle effects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sinocrassula yunnanensis is a small, yellow-green flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves and a thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sinocrassula yunnanensis is a succulent with rosettes of fleshy, green leaves. It can be propagated by division or stem cuttings. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and requires well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -10°C (14°F).
Where to Find Sinocrassula yunnanensis
Sinocrassula yunnanensis can be found in the Himalayas, Tibet, and Mongolia.
Sinocrassula yunnanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sinocrassula yunnanensis?
Sinocrassula yunnanensis
What type of plant is Sinocrassula yunnanensis?
Succulent
Where is Sinocrassula yunnanensis native to?
China
Species in the Sinocrassula genus
Species in the Crassulaceae family
Adromischus alstonii,
Adromischus bicolor,
Adromischus caryophyllaceus,
Adromischus cooperi,
Adromischus cristatus,
Adromischus diabolicus,
Adromischus fallax,
Adromischus filicaulis,
Adromischus hemisphericus,
Adromischus humilis,
Adromischus inamoenus,
Adromischus leucophyllus,
Adromischus liebenbergii,
Adromischus maculatus,
Adromischus mammillaris,
Adromischus marianae,
Adromischus maximus,
Adromischus montium-klinghardtii,
Adromischus nanus,
Adromischus phillipsiae,
Adromischus roaneanus,
Adromischus schuldtianus,
Adromischus sphenophyllus,
Adromischus subdistichus,
Adromischus subviridis,
Adromischus triflorus,
Adromischus trigynus,
Adromischus umbraticola,
Adromischus coleorum,
Adromischus cooperi,
Adromischus montium-klinghardtii,
Adromischus triflorus,
Aeonium loartei,
Aeonium uhlii,
Aeonium aguajilvense,
Aeonium aizoon,
Aeonium anagense,
Aeonium anagensis,
Aeonium appendiculatum,
Aeonium arboreum,
Aeonium aureum,
Aeonium balsamiferum,
Aeonium barbatum,
Aeonium beltranii,
Aeonium bollei,
Aeonium burchardii,
Aeonium canariense,
Aeonium castellodecorum,
Aeonium castello-paivae,
Aeonium ciliatum,