Scientific Name
Echeveria 'Chroma'
Scientific Classification
Family: Crassulaceae
Subfamily: Sempervivoideae
Tribe: Sedeae
Genus: Echeveria
Origin
Echeveria 'Chroma' is an Altman Plants original hybrid created by Renee O' Connell. The parentage is unknown.
Description
Echeveria 'Chroma' is an attractive succulent that forms rosettes of leaves that develop seasonal variegation in various colors, including pink, red, rose, apricot, golden yellow, and nearly white. It can grow up to 6 inches (15 cm) tall, quickly branching and forming a much-branched plant over time. The rosettes can reach a diameter of 4 inches (10 cm).
The bell-shaped flowers are orange to pinkish-red, with yellow tips on the outside and a yellow interior. They appear on tall, leafy stalks in spring.
Hardiness
USDA hardiness zones 9b to 11b: from 25°F (-3.9°C) to 50°F (10°C).
How to Grow and Care
Most common Echeveria species are not complicated succulents to grow, provided you follow a few basic rules. First, never let water sit in the rosette, as it can cause rot or fungal diseases that will kill the plant. Additionally, remove dead leaves from the bottom of the plant as it grows. These dead leaves provide a haven for pests, and Echeverias are susceptible to mealybugs. Finally, as with all succulents, maintaining careful watering habits and providing ample light will help ensure success.
Repot as needed, preferably during the warm season. To repot a succulent, ensure the soil is dry before repotting, then gently remove the pot. Knock away the old soil from the roots, removing any rotted or dead roots. Treat any cuts with a fungicide.
Most Echeverias can be easily propagated from leaf cuttings, although some are better propagated from seeds or stem cuttings. To propagate a leaf cutting, place the individual leaf in potting soil for succulents and cover the dish until the new plant sprouts.
Learn more at How to Grow and Care for Echeveria.
Links
- Back to genus Echeveria
- Succupedia: Browse succulents by Scientific Name, Common Name, Genus, Family, USDA Hardiness Zone, Origin, or cacti by Genus
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