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Echeveria crenulata 14cm H28cm

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Pot Size 14cm H28cm

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Echeveria crenulata is a charming rosette-forming succulent with scalloped leaf edges that can take on pinkish tones in bright sunlight. Hardy, easy to grow, and ideal for sunny windowsills, it’s a perfect choice for collectors who love elegant, compact succulents.

Full Botanical Name: Echeveria crenulata
Common Names: Scalloped Echeveria, Crested Leaf Echeveria
Country and/or Region of Origin: Central America (primarily Mexico)
Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Rocky, arid slopes and cliffs with excellent drainage and strong sunlight

Care Guide

Care Guide:

Light: Bright, direct sunlight for at least 4–6 hours daily; colour deepens under strong light

Ideal Room: Sunny windowsill or conservatory

Feeding: Light cactus feed every 6–8 weeks during spring and summer

Humidity: Low; thrives in dry conditions

Ideal Temperature: 18–28°C; protect from frost and cold drafts

Watering: Water thoroughly when soil is completely dry; avoid water pooling in rosette

Pet/Child Safe: Non-toxic (genus level) — safe for pets and humans, though ingestion may cause mild digestive discomfort

Soil Type: Free-draining cactus or succulent mix with added perlite or sand

Propagation: Easily propagated from leaf cuttings, offsets, or seed

Eventual Height and Spread: 10–20 cm tall; 15–25 cm wide

Growth Rate: Moderate

Pests and Treatment: Mealybugs and aphids; remove manually or treat with neem oil

Repotting: Every 2 years or when roots fill the pot

Pruning: Remove dried leaves from the base regularly

Air Purification: Mild; improves indoor air slightly

Folklore: Echeveria are said to symbolize persistence and tranquility

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