Dudleya

Dudleya gnoma, commonly known as White Gem, is a succulent plant from the Crassulaceae family, native to California, USA. Its compact, rosette-shaped leaves covered with a thick white coating make it highly sought after among succulent enthusiasts.

Plant Features：
 • Stem: Short and thick, measuring about 0.2-1 inch (5-26 mm) long and 0.5-0.8 inch (12-20 mm) wide. Tends to form clusters easily.
 • Leaves: Triangular to triangular-ovate, measuring 0.25-1 inch (6-25 mm) long and 0.2-0.5 inch (5-13 mm) wide. Covered with a thick white powdery coating (farina). Leaf tips may turn red when exposed to strong light and significant temperature changes.
 • Inflorescence: Typically bears 2-5 unbranched or slightly forked scorpioid inflorescences, measuring 1-5 inches (2.5-12.9 cm) long. Bracts are initially pale red and turn reddish-purple as they wither.
 • Flowers: Petals are pale yellow to bright yellow, sometimes orange, measuring about 0.3 inch (8-9 mm) long and 0.12 inch (3 mm) wide.

Growth Habits:

White Chrysanthemum prefers a warm, dry, and sunny environment. It is not cold-tolerant but can withstand partial shade and drought conditions. However, it is sensitive to waterlogging and strong sunlight exposure. During the high temperatures and water shortages of summer, it enters a semi-dormant state.