Pachyphytum Hookeri Succulent

 

About Plant- A small- to medium-sized slow-growing Mexican member of the succulent family Crassuloceae. Pachyphytum leaves are plump and fleshy, and range in color from green to lovely orange and even purple. The leaves form a loose rosette. Pachyphytum forms small, unimpressive bell-shaped flowers in spring and summer which are usually greenish-white and deep red, and which grow on long spikey inflorescences. Pachyphytum rosettes will not die after flowering.  

 

Pachyphytum Hookeri Succulent Care

 

Light- Pachyphytum can thrive in full or partial sunlight.

 

Soil- Pachyphytum can tolerate (and even appreciated) poor soil conditions, so long as it is well-draining. 

 

Temperature- Pachyphytum will not tolerate frosts well. Temperatures below 20 °F (-6 °C) will kill the plant. Pachyphytum tolerates high heat and intense sunlight.

 

Water- Allow the soil to dry out before watering, and be careful to avoid getting water on the leaves.

 

General Care

 
No pruning is necessary except to remove any leaves which have died. This will help to avoid rot and bugs. Avoid touching the healthy leaves of the plant, as your body oils will leave marks.