What are the characteristics of Echeveria chihuahuaensis? Let's get to know this succulent plant

Alternative names of Echeveria chihuahuaensis

Echeveria chihuahuaensis is commonly known as "Jiwa wa" and "Yang Guifei."

Habits of Echeveria chihuahuaensis

Echeveria chihuahuaensis is a succulent plant of the genus Echeveria in the Crassulaceae family, with spring and autumn being its peak growing seasons.

Echeveria chihuahuaensis originally grows in Mexico and prefers a warm, dry environment with plenty of sunlight. The most suitable temperature for growth is 18~25°C.

It is not cold-tolerant, tolerates drought and partial shade, and dislikes excessive moisture. During the growing season, watering once every 2 weeks is sufficient.

For home care, it is usually propagated by sowing and cuttings. Common pests and diseases include: rust disease and black weevil.

Care tips for Echeveria chihuahuaensis

Repotting: Repot every spring. When repotting, cut off the shriveled dead leaves or dead roots at the base of the plant, and replant in a new pot with fresh soil.

Watering: Water once every 2 weeks in spring and autumn; never let the potting soil become too wet. In winter, water only 1~2 times, keeping the potting soil dry during this period.

Fertilizing: During the growing season (spring and autumn), fertilize Echeveria chihuahuaensis once a month. Soak cake fertilizer in water, dilute it, and pour it directly, or use a specialized chemical fertilizer.

Light and temperature: Echeveria chihuahuaensis likes a sunny environment and dislikes harsh sun exposure. It needs appropriate shading at noon in summer, and in winter it should be placed in a warm, sunny spot to overwinter. In a sunny environment, the leaf tips of Echeveria chihuahuaensis turn red, making it small and beautiful.

Pests and diseases: When troubled by pests and diseases such as rust disease and black weevil during home care, its growth slows down. At this time, 75% chlorothalonil wettable powder diluted with water can be sprayed for control.

Propagation methods of Echeveria chihuahuaensis

Sowing: Buy mature seeds of the current year from the market and sow them immediately. Keep the temperature at 16~19°C and they will germinate.

Cuttings: In late spring, cut off mature, plump leaves and insert them into a sand bed, placing them in partial shade; they will root after three weeks. Once they grow into young plants, pot them up. When cutting leaves, note that the cut should be flat to reduce the wounded area of the plant, and wait for the wound to dry naturally before inserting the cutting.

Suggested planting combinations: Sempervivum arachnoideum and Echeveria runyonii 'Topsy Turvy'.