Water
Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Water thoroughly until drainage occurs. Reduce watering significantly in winter, providing only enough to prevent shriveling.
Overwatering is a common cause of root rot.
Also known as Chicks N Hens · Flowering Green Sun · Lady's Lipstick
Echeveria pulidonis is a striking succulent known for its rosette of fleshy, lime-green leaves tipped with red. It's an easy-care plant for sunny spots.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers bright, indirect sunlight.
75% intensity
Can tolerate full sun, but may scorch in intense afternoon heat. Insufficient light leads to etiolation.
Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings.
25% intensity
Reduce watering in winter. Avoid waterlogged conditions.
Well-draining cactus or succulent mix
50% intensity
Thrives in moderate temperatures.
50% intensity
Ideal range is 18-24°C. Protect from frost; temperatures below 10°C can cause damage.
Indoor, Outdoor
50% intensity
Light feeding during growing season.
25% intensity
Use a diluted succulent fertilizer. Do not fertilize in winter.
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. Water thoroughly until drainage occurs. Reduce watering significantly in winter, providing only enough to prevent shriveling.
Overwatering is a common cause of root rot.
Pruning is generally not required for Echeveria pulidonis. Remove any dead or damaged leaves to maintain a tidy appearance and prevent potential disease.
If the plant becomes leggy, it can be pruned back to encourage a more compact growth habit.
Easily propagated from leaf cuttings or offsets. To propagate from a leaf, gently twist a healthy leaf from the stem. Allow the cut end to callus over for a few days before placing it on well-draining soil.
Offsets can be separated and potted up.
Repot every 1-2 years in spring, or when the plant outgrows its current container. 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.
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Photos of Echeveria Pulidonis (Echeveria pulidonis)
Where Echeveria Pulidonis (Echeveria pulidonis) is found

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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Saxifragales |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Genus | Echeveria |
| Species | Echeveria pulidonis |
Similar in genus Echeveria
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