Echeveria elegans
TAXONOMY
FamilyCrassulaceae
GenusEcheveria
Zone9
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Echeveria elegans, commonly known as the Mexican Snowball or Mexican Gem, is a succulent plant native to semi-desert regions of Mexico. It forms rosettes of fleshy, blue-green leaves and produces pinkish-red flowers on tall stalks. This plant is well-suited to subtropical climates and is known for its drought tolerance. It undergoes a dormancy period during the winter months.
ALSO KNOWN AS
Dark Moon
Echeveria albicans
Echeveria elegans var. kesselringiana
Echeveria perelegans
Mexican snowball
Pearl echeveria
White mexican-rose
OVERVIEW
VPDCalculate
WaterDry
SoilSandy
LightDirect Bright (6 Hours)
Temperature20° C
Humidity40%
Dormancy2 Months
pH6
Pressure1,013 mbar
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Care Instructions
Echeveria elegans thrives in bright, direct sunlight and prefers moderate temperatures. It should be watered sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. This succulent does well in low humidity environments and can be grown both indoors and outdoors.Soil
Echeveria elegans prefers well-draining soil, such as a sandy or cactus mix. Good drainage is essential to prevent root rot. A pot with drainage holes is recommended to ensure excess water can escape.Fertilizer
Fertilize Echeveria elegans sparingly, using a balanced fertilizer with a nutrient composition of 2-7-7. Apply fertilizer during the growing season, typically in the spring and summer, and avoid fertilizing during the dormancy period.Repotting
Repot Echeveria elegans every 2-3 years or when it outgrows its current pot. Choose a slightly larger pot with good drainage. Gently remove the plant from its old pot, shake off excess soil, and place it in the new pot with fresh, well-draining soil.Propagation
Echeveria elegans can be propagated through leaf cuttings or offsets. For leaf cuttings, remove a healthy leaf and allow it to callous over for a few days before placing it on well-draining soil. For offsets, gently separate the baby plants from the mother plant and replant them in their own pots.Pruning
Pruning is generally not required for Echeveria elegans. However, you can remove dead or damaged leaves to maintain the plant's appearance and health. Use clean, sharp scissors or pruning shears to make clean cuts.Toxicity
Echeveria elegans is non-toxic to pets and humans, making it a safe choice for households with animals and children. However, it is always best to prevent pets from chewing on any plants.REVOLUTIONIZE YOUR PLANT CARE
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