Echeveria 'Exotic Crested' is a small plant that develops unique sculptural shapes as it matures.
Scientific Name
Echeveria 'Exotic Crested'
Accepted Scientific Name
Echeveria 'Exotic'
Scientific Classification
Family: Crassulaceae
Subfamily: Sempervivoideae
Tribe: Sedeae
Genus: Echeveria
Origin
Echeveria 'Exotic Crested' is a form of Echeveria 'Exotic' selected for its mutated growth.
Description
Echeveria 'Exotic Crested' is a fascinating succulent with thick, fleshy leaves that are densely packed along flattened stems, giving each plant a unique and interesting shape. The leaves are pale blue-green and covered with a fine layer of white powder. Unlike the normal Echeveria 'Exotic' form, the crested form has shorter and narrower leaves. When exposed to cool weather or intense sunlight, the edges of the leaves develop attractive pink hues.
How to Grow and Care for Echeveria 'Exotic Crested'
Light: Echeveria 'Exotic Crested' requires full sun to partial shade for optimal growth. Therefore, place it near the brightest window in your home. If you move the plant outside in spring, gradually avoid exposure to intense afternoon sun.
Soil: Having soil that drains quickly is most important for growing a healthy succulent. While many growers prefer to create their own soil mix, commercial soil mixes for succulents will work fine.
Temperature: High temperatures are not a problem as long as there is plenty of fresh air, but Echeveria 'Exotic Crested' is a tender succulent and must be brought indoors if there is a risk of freezing temperatures. It grows best in USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 10a to 11b, with average minimum winter temperatures ranging from 30 to 50 °F (-1.1 to 10 °C).
Watering: This plant prefers the "soak and dry" method during the growing season. Water deeply and then let the soil completely dry out before watering again. Water sparingly during the winter, only enough to keep the plant from shriveling. Above all, if you have a saucer under the pot, do not forget to empty the excess water.
Fertilizing: Although it can grow well without fertilizer, Echeveria 'Exotic Crested' may benefit from extra nutrients. Feed only during the growing season and use a water-soluble fertilizer diluted to half the recommended strength.
Repotting: If growing it in a container, repot as needed in spring or early summer, but ensure the soil is dry before you start. Also, always use a container with drainage holes.
Propagation: Echeveria 'Exotic Crested' can be propagated by leaves or offsets during the growing season.
Learn more at How to Grow and Care for Echeveria.
Toxicity of Echeveria 'Exotic Crested
Echeveria 'Exotic Crested' has no reported toxic effects and is safe to grow around children and pets.
Links
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