Thrives in bright direct light, but can tolerate bright indirect light.
Watering requirements
Water every 2-3 weeks in direct light, allowing soil to dry out between waterings. Expect to water more often in brighter light and less often in lower light.
Is this plant pet-friendly?
This is a pet friendly plant.
Fun Fact
The drought tolerant succulent Echeveria is known for its iconic rosette-shape and fleshy water-storing leaves.
Plant Origin
Arid regions of the Americas
Common Sad Plant Signs
Here's our list of solutions to common issues that may arise with the Echeveria Preta:
Wrinkling leaves, dry potting mix:
Thirsty plant, underwatered
Yellowing, mushy leaves:
Root rot, overwatered
Yellowing leaves, dry potting mix:
Soil compaction (aerate soil)
Etiolation (weak stems, smaller leaves, pale color):
Not enough direct light
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