How adaptable is the White Phoenix (Echeveria 'White Phoenix') really? Read this one article to find out
The White Phoenix is a succulent of the Crassulaceae family, Echeveria genus, and the whole plant is covered with white powder. The stems and leaves are succulentized, and the whole plant has white powder. The largest diameter of the leaf surface can exceed 20CM, making it a relatively large Echeveria. The leaf color is emerald green, and in winter the leaf edges and old leaves easily turn red. Its flowers are especially beautiful.
Habits of the White Phoenix
The White Phoenix belongs to the Crassulaceae family, Echeveria genus, and is a cultivated variety. It likes a warm, dry and sunny environment. Summer is its vigorous growth period.
Favorite temperature: 18~25°C. It does not need much water. There is a very thin layer of white powder in the center of the leaf, so when watering, avoid the center of the leaf to avoid affecting its appearance. During the growth period, watering once a week is enough.
Common pests and diseases include: rust disease, root-knot nematode
Care Tips for the White Phoenix
Repotting: Repot every spring, using a mixed soil of peat soil and coarse sand. During the growth period, the potting soil should not be too wet.
Watering: Water once a week during the growth period. In winter, water only 1~2times, and keep the potting soil dry. When the air is dry, spray water around the plant to increase air humidity.
Fertilizing: Fertilize 1time per month during the growth period, using diluted cake fertilizer water or special succulent fertilizer. Never let the fertilizer liquid stain the leaf surface.
Light: The White Phoenix likes full-day sunlight and is normally green, turning red as sunshine duration increases. In summer, when temperatures are high, it is suitable to shade it, keep it ventilated and control watering. Be sure to pay special attention, otherwise it can easily die.
Propagation Methods for the White Phoenix
Sowing: Sow immediately after the seeds mature. The suitable germination temperature is 16~19°C.
Cuttage: In late spring, cut off mature leaves for cuttage, insert them into a sand bed, and they will take root after about 3weeks. After young plants grow, pot them up. Pay special attention that the cut opening should be flat and should be allowed to dry before insertion.
Division: If daughter plants sprout from the base of the mother plant, they can be propagated by division in spring. After flowering, cut off the flower stems to avoid consuming nutrients.
Suggested planting combinations: Black Prince, Rolled Houseleek
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