Echeveria Madiba - 8.5cm

The botanical name of this succulent is Echeveria 'Madiba'. It is known by its common name as Echeveria. This succulent belongs to the plant genus Echeveria, which is part of the stonecrop family (Crassulaceae). It is a hybrid of Echeveria lilacina, which originates from Mexico.

Echeveria 'Madiba' is pink, rose, and green with a rosette growth habit. The flowers are pink to orange, bell-shaped, and arranged in clusters. They bloom during the flowering season from spring to summer. You will receive a plant in an 8.5cm pot, with a total height of approximately 10cm including the pot and plant. It can reach a maximum height of 20cm.
Caring for Echeveria 'Madiba' is relatively easy. A mix of cactus and succulent soil is suitable as a substrate. Echeveria 'Madiba' does not tolerate waterlogging, so ensure good drainage and let the substrate dry out before watering again. Generally, this succulent tolerates too little water better than too much. You can fertilize it once a month, every four weeks.
This succulent's light requirements are met in a sunny location. This means a south-facing window with direct sunlight is best. The optimal temperature is between 20°C and 30°C. Echeveria 'Madiba' can spend the summer outdoors after gradually acclimating it to direct sun. In winter, the temperature should be around 10°C. Additionally, fertilizing should be stopped and watering reduced. However, this succulent is not suitable for the garden.
Propagation of this succulent is possible through seeds, as well as leaf and stem cuttings. Echeveria 'Madiba' can be toxic, and we cannot guarantee its compatibility with animals.

A note: Sizes, shapes, and age can vary for plants, where each piece is unique. This is especially true in winter or when availability is low. The coloration also varies depending on the season.

Blog: You can find an article about Echeveria 'Madiba' here .