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Echeveria affinis (Echeveria affinis)

Echeveria affinis is a striking succulent known for its dark, almost black foliage, forming compact rosettes.

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Sunlight

Prefers bright, indirect light.

Watering

Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings.

Soil

Well-draining succulent or cactus mix is essential. A gritty, sandy loam is ideal.

Temperature

Ideal growing range is 18-24°C.

Habitat

Indoor, Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed sparingly during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers bright, indirect light.

Protect from intense afternoon sun.

Water

Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings.

Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Well-draining succulent or cactus mix is essential. A gritty, sandy loam is ideal.

Temperature

Ideal growing range is 18-24°C.

Can tolerate cooler temperatures but protect from frost.

Habitat

Indoor, Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed sparingly during the growing season.

Use diluted balanced fertilizer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Succulent

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Pot, Ground

Plant Environment

Indoor, Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

10-20 cm

Spread

20-30 cm

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Dark purple, Black, Green

Leaf Type

Fleshy, ovate to spatulate

Flower Size

1-1.5 cm

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Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderSaxifragales
  • familyCrassulaceae
  • genusEcheveria
  • speciesEcheveria affinis
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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