Scientific Name:

Echeveria unguiculata

Common name:

Family:

Crassulaceae

Sub-Family:

Sempervivoideae

Tribe:

Sedeae

Genus:

Echeveria

Origin:

Mexico

Hardiness Zone:

13b

9b

ABout the PLant

The Echeveria unguiculata succulent is a beautiful and hardy plant native to Mexico. It is an evergreen perennial, growing up to 12 inches in height and width. Its rosette shape is formed by its fleshy, spoon-shaped leaves that are usually a deep green color with reddish edges. The flowers of the Echeveria unguiculata are bell-shaped and range from yellow to orange in color. This succulent is quite easy to care for, requiring minimal maintenance. It does best in bright light but can tolerate some shade. It should be watered regularly during the growing season but allowed to dry out between waterings. The soil should be well-draining and kept slightly moist during the summer months. During the winter months, it should be watered less frequently as it goes dormant. Echeveria unguiculata has been used for centuries in traditional Mexican medicine as a treatment for skin ailments such as burns and rashes. It has also been used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and vibrant flowers. This succulent has become increasingly popular over the years due to its ease of care and beauty, making it a great choice for both novice gardeners and experienced horticulturists alike!

The Echeveria unguiculata succulent is best suited for bright indirect light. It should receive several hours of direct sunlight each day, but it should be shielded from the harsh afternoon sun. It can also tolerate medium light and low light conditions, making it a great choice for indoor spaces with limited natural lighting.

The Echeveria unguiculata succulent prefers well-draining soil that is slightly acidic, with a pH of 6.5 to 7. It needs a light, sandy soil mix that contains some organic matter such as peat moss or compost. The soil should be kept lightly moist but not soggy, and it should be allowed to dry out between waterings.

The Echeveria unguiculata succulent is a low-maintenance plant that requires infrequent watering. During the summer months, it should be watered about once every two weeks, and during the winter months, it should only be watered about once a month. When you do water it, make sure to thoroughly soak the soil until water runs out of the drainage holes at the bottom of the pot.

The ideal humidity conditions for the Echeveria unguiculata succulent are between 40-50%. This is a relatively low humidity level, so it's important to make sure that the soil stays moist but not overly wet. You can also mist the leaves of your succulent occasionally to help maintain this level of humidity.