×Pachyveria 'Angel's Finger' is a small, fast-growing plant that thrives while maintaining a beautiful, compact form. A similar plant is sold as ×Pachyveria 'Snow Fingers'.
Scientific Name
×Pachyveria 'Angel's Finger'
Scientific Classification
Family: Crassulaceae
Subfamily: Sempervivoideae
Tribe: Sedeae
Nothogenus: ×Pachyveria
Origin
×Pachyveria 'Angel's Finger' is a hybrid of unknown origin and parentage.
Description
×Pachyveria 'Angel's Finger' is a charming succulent that forms compact rosettes of finger-shaped, frosty mint green leaves with pink to red tips. The rosettes can reach a diameter of 4 inches (10 cm) and produce offsets, forming a dense clump over time. The leaves have a fine, waxy coating. When exposed to intense sunlight, they can take on shades of red and purple.
In the spring, ×Pachyveria 'Angel's Finger' produces bell-shaped flowers on arching stalks. The flowers have pinkish-orange petals with yellow tips, surrounded by shorter sepals the same color as the leaves.
How to Grow and Care for ×Pachyveria 'Angel's Finger'
Light: ×Pachyveria 'Angel's Finger' requires full sun to partial shade for optimal growth. Therefore, place it near the brightest window in your home. In addition, if you plan to move the plant outside in spring, do it gradually and 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, a commercial potting mix specifically formulated for succulents will work fine.
Temperature: High temperatures are not a problem as long as there is plenty of fresh air, but ×Pachyveria 'Angel's Finger' 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, ×Pachyveria 'Angel's Finger' 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 this plant 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: ×Pachyveria 'Angel's Finger' is easily propagated by stem cuttings, leaves, and offsets. Therefore, spring is the best time to take cuttings or separate offsets.
Learn more at How to Grow and Care for Echeveria.
Toxicity of ×Pachyveria 'Angel's Finger'
×Pachyveria 'Angel's Finger' has no toxic effects reported. However, although it is safe for growing around children and pets, it is not advisable to eat it.
Links
- Back to nothogenus ×Pachyveria
- Succupedia: Browse succulents by Scientific Name, Common Name, Genus, Family, USDA Hardiness Zone, Origin, or cacti by Genus
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