Echeveria atropurpurea scientific classification
The echeveria atropurpurea derives from the Echeveria genus, Crassulaceae family and Saxifragales order.
Echeveria atropurpurea geographic location
Geographically, it has its origin in Mexico.
Echeveria atropurpurea structure
The structure is characterized by the formation of rosettes, and it has a height of approximately 25cm and a width of approximately 25cm.
It is polycarpic, which means that it is able to set seeds and flowers for several years across its entire lifetime.
Echeveria atropurpurea leaves
The leaves have an oblongue shape, and their color is purple.
Echeveria atropurpurea raceme
The raceme can grow up to 30cm.
Echeveria atropurpurea flowers
The flowers are red.
Echeveria atropurpurea exposure
As to exposure, it is suitable both for sun or shade environments, even though sun is preferable.
It deals with temperatures from 70ºF in the summer and it goes to 50º F in the winter.
Echeveria atropurpurea soil
The soil must be well drained, sandy, loamy, neutral (around 7.0 ph).
Echeveria atropurpurea diseases
This plant is susceptible to pests like aphids, mealybugs and vine weevil.
Echeveria atropurpurea propagation
The propagation can be made through seeds, offsets and leaf cuttings.
Echeveria atropurpurea uses
It is suitable for locations both indoor and outdoor. In the winter it is better to keep indoor.