Echeveria prolifica


Echeveria prolifica scientific classification

The echeveria prolifica derives from the Echeveria genus, Crassulaceae family and Saxifragales order. It is known as a succulent plant.

Echeveria prolifica name

The name derives from the fact that it is a prolific flower.

Echeveria prolifica geographic location

Geographically, it has its origin in Mexico (Hidalgo, Puebla).

Echeveria prolifica structure

The structure is characterized by the formation of rosettes, and it has a height of 8cm and width of 8cm.
It is polycarpic, which means that it is able to set seeds and flowers for several years across its entire lifetime.

Echeveria prolifica leaves

It is a green echeveria. It has green leaves and they have a pointed shape. 

Echeveria prolifica raceme

The raceme can grow up to 25cm.

Echeveria prolifica flowers

It has yellow flowers.

Echeveria prolifica 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 50ºF in the winter.

Echeveria prolifica soil

The soil must be well drained, sandy, loamy, neutral (around 7.0 ph).

Echeveria prolifica diseases

This plant is susceptible to pests like aphids, mealybugs and vine weevil.

Echeveria prolifica propagation

The propagation can be made through seeds, offsets and leaf cuttings.

Echeveria prolifica uses

It is suitable for locations both indoor and outdoor. In the winter it is better to keep indoor.