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Sand Rose Succulent

$10.00

Bring home a burst of vibrant, natural color with the charming Anacampseros rufescens, commonly known as the Sand Rose. This South African native is a compact, low-growing succulent prized for its rosette-forming habit and eye-catching jewel tones.

The Succulent that Changes Color

The Sand Rose is a must-have for collectors due to its dynamic foliage display:

  • Vivid Coloration: The fleshy, pointed leaves are typically olive green on the top surface and a rich wine-red or dark purple underneath.

  • "Sunrise" Hues: When happily exposed to bright sunlight or moderate sun stress, the entire rosette—especially the leaf tips—blushes intensely, showing off gorgeous shades of pink, red, and purple. The more light it gets, the more intense the color!

  • Unique Detail: Thin, delicate white hairs often grow from the stem and between the leaves, giving the plant a soft, slightly fuzzy appearance and helping it trap moisture in its arid native habitat.

  • Afternoon Blooms: On sunny days in late spring or summer, slender stalks emerge to produce beautiful, wide, pink to rose-purple flowers that famously open in the late afternoon and close by nightfall.

All potted plants are local pickup only. Shipped plants will be bare root (no pot or soil).

Bring home a burst of vibrant, natural color with the charming Anacampseros rufescens, commonly known as the Sand Rose. This South African native is a compact, low-growing succulent prized for its rosette-forming habit and eye-catching jewel tones.

The Succulent that Changes Color

The Sand Rose is a must-have for collectors due to its dynamic foliage display:

  • Vivid Coloration: The fleshy, pointed leaves are typically olive green on the top surface and a rich wine-red or dark purple underneath.

  • "Sunrise" Hues: When happily exposed to bright sunlight or moderate sun stress, the entire rosette—especially the leaf tips—blushes intensely, showing off gorgeous shades of pink, red, and purple. The more light it gets, the more intense the color!

  • Unique Detail: Thin, delicate white hairs often grow from the stem and between the leaves, giving the plant a soft, slightly fuzzy appearance and helping it trap moisture in its arid native habitat.

  • Afternoon Blooms: On sunny days in late spring or summer, slender stalks emerge to produce beautiful, wide, pink to rose-purple flowers that famously open in the late afternoon and close by nightfall.

All potted plants are local pickup only. Shipped plants will be bare root (no pot or soil).

Anacampseros rufescens

Ideal for Beginners and Pet Owners

This tough, easy-to-care-for succulent is a fantastic addition to any collection:

  • Compact Grower: It forms attractive, dense, clumping mats, reaching about 3–4 inches tall and spreading gently via offsets. It’s perfect for small pots, dish gardens, or as a colorful miniature groundcover.

  • Easy Care: The Sand Rose is extremely drought-tolerant and thrives on the "neglect" that busy plant parents appreciate.

  • Pet Safe: This beautiful succulent is considered non-toxic to cats and dogs, giving you peace of mind in a pet-filled home.

Quick Care Tips:

  • Light: Provide bright light to full sun for the best color display.

  • Water: Use the "soak and dry" method—water only when the soil has dried out completely.

  • Soil: Requires a well-draining cactus/succulent mix with plenty of grit.


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