Latin Name: Echeveria subalpina Trade Name: succulent
Priced Each: $4.50 (4-inch)
Estimate Delivery: November 26. 2008
This attractive stemless rosette shows its true colors when planted in full sun. The flat pointed leaves tend to grow upright. If grown outside, protect from frost. Echeveria subalpina may be grown indoors in cooler climates. a striking plant!
Echeveria is a large genus of succulents in the Crassulaceae family. They are native from Mexico to northwestern South America. The genus Echeveria is named after the 18th century Spanich botanist Atanasio Echeverria Codoy. Several of these species are outstanding garden plants. A large number offsets heavily and are given the common name of 'Hen and Chicks'.
Most species grow in the shade and can take some light frost. All species are drought resistant, but they grow better with regular deep watering and fertilizing.