Aeonium 'Chanel' is a striking variegated plant that resembles the hybrid sold as Aeonium 'Lina', but its leaves have a narrower green inner portion.
Scientific Name
Aeonium 'Chanel'
Synonym(s)
Aeonium 'Cornish Rose Variegatum'
Scientific Classification
Family: Crassulaceae
Subfamily: Sempervivoideae
Tribe: Aeonieae
Genus: Aeonium
Origin
The origin and parentage of Aeonium 'Chanel' are uncertain. It is believed to be a variegated form of Aeonium 'Cornish Rose'.
Description
Aeonium 'Chanel' is a succulent subshrub with short branches that end in stunning rosettes of variegated leaves. It can grow up to 12 inches (30 cm) tall. The leaves are spoon-shaped, with a soft, pointed tip and short cilia along their margins. Their colors change depending on the season, from green with a cream and reddish outer portion in winter to deep burgundy with a red outer portion in summer.
Flowering has not been observed to date.
How to Grow and Care for Aeonium 'Chanel'
Light: Aeonium 'Chanel' thrives in full sun to partial shade, but in summer, light shade may be necessary, especially during the hotter afternoon hours. When growing indoors, ensure the plant receives as much bright, indirect light as possible to prevent it from becoming leggy and stretched.
Soil: Unlike most succulents, this plant requires sandy loam or regular potting soil amended with perlite. Avoid placing it in premade soil mixes designed for succulents, as they typically provide less moisture than this plant needs.
Temperature: Aeonium 'Chanel' does not like hot or dry weather, so it may go dormant in summer. It grows best in USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 10a to 11b, with average minimum winter temperatures ranging from 30°F to 50°F (- 1.1°C to 10°C).
Watering: Water the plant thoroughly in the spring and fall, allowing the soil to dry between waterings. During the winter, water it more sparingly. Although this plant requires more water than most succulents, too much moisture can lead to root rot. Stop watering except in arid conditions during its summer dormancy.
Fertilizing: Apply a water-soluble fertilizer diluted to half-strength during the growing season to stimulate growth and improve the plant's appearance.
Repotting: If you're growing Aeonium 'Chanel' in a container, repot it every 2 to 3 years in the spring. Choose a container with drainage holes to prevent root rot from occurring.
Propagation: This plant is easy to propagate by stem cuttings. Take cuttings during the growing season and allow the cut ends to dry for several days before planting.
Learn more at How to Grow and Care for Aeonium.
Toxicity of Aeonium 'Chanel'
Aeonium 'Chanel' is considered non-toxic, making it safe to grow around children and pets.
Links
- Back to genus Aeonium
- Succupedia: Browse succulents by Scientific Name, Common Name, Genus, Family, USDA Hardiness Zone, Origin, or cacti by Genus
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