Echeveria, a genus of succulents, features rosette-forming plants with fleshy leaves in a wide array of colors and shapes, popular for ornamental use.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect sunlight
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of bright light per day. Can tolerate some direct sun, but protect from intense afternoon sun which can scorch leaves.
Infrequent but thorough
25% intensity
Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings.
Well-draining, Gritty
50% intensity
Moderate to warm
50% intensity
Ideal temperatures are between 18-24°C. Can tolerate cooler temperatures (down to 10°C) in winter if kept dry, but avoid frost.
Low
25% intensity
Feed sparingly during the growing season with a diluted succulent fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Overwatering is the most common cause of root rot.
Water thoroughly until it drains from the bottom of the pot, then wait until the soil is dry before watering again. Reduce watering significantly in winter.
Prune Echeveria to maintain shape, remove dead or damaged leaves, or to control size. Use clean, sharp scissors or a knife. Remove any flower stalks after blooming to direct energy back into the plant's foliage.
Pruning can also encourage bushier growth.
Echeveria are easily propagated from leaf cuttings or offsets (pups).
For leaf cuttings, gently twist a healthy leaf from the stem and allow the cut end to callus over for a few days before placing it on top of well-draining soil. Offsets can be separated and planted on their own.
Repot Echeveria every 2-3 years or when the plant outgrows its pot. Use a well-draining succulent or cactus potting mix. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one, ensuring it has drainage holes.
Repotting is best done in spring.
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Where Echeveria (Echeveria) is found
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Species | Echeveria |
Similar in genus Echeveria
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