Echeveria nodulosa - Painted Echeveria

Echeveria nodulosa (Painted Echeveria) is a fascinating evergreen succulent forming 5 in. wide rosettes (12 cm) of fleshy, pointed, concave, olive green leaves adorned with vivid red markings on both margins and mid leaf. Grows up to 1-2 ft. tall (30-60 cm) and 2-3 ft. wide (60-90 cm).In summer, a 2 ft. tall flowering spike (60 cm), bearing pale yellow flowers with pinkish red markings, emerges above the rosettes. Like Hen & Chicks Sempervivum, this Echeveria forms a central rosette of foliage surrounded by many offsets. A great choice for sunny gardens or containers.
  • Scientific Name: Echeveria nodulosa (Baker) Ed. Otto
  • Common Names: Painted Echeveria
  • Synonyms: Cotyledon nodulosa (basionym), Echeveria discolor, Echeveria misteca
  • Family: Crassulaceae
  • Subfamily: Sedoideae
  • Tribe: Sedeae 
  • Subtribe: Sedinae
  • Genus: Echeveria



How to Grow and Care

 Most of the common Echeveria species are not complicated succulents to grow, provided you follow a few basic rules. First, be careful never to let water sit in the rosette as it can cause rot or fungal diseases that will kill the plant. Additionally, remove dead leaves from the bottom of the plant as it grows.

These dead leaves provide a haven for pests, and Echeveria are susceptible to mealy bugs. As with all succulents, careful watering habits and plenty of light will help ensure success. 

 Water: Water occasionally, while the root system becomes established. Increase the frequency during the hot summer months.

 Feeding: Like many is the genus Echeveria this variety is drought tolerant. Do not overfeed. When feeding use a balanced fertilizer on a weekly basis.Younger plants require a fertilizer with lower amounts of nitrogen while mature plants can handle a stronger feed.

 Soil: Grow painted Echeveria in well-drained soil. Loam and sand work best. Transplant when needed.
Transplanting: However, transplanting is best done during the warmer season. Before moving plants, make sure the soil is dry.

 Hardiness:
Hardiness USDA zone 9b to 11b: from 25 °F (−3.9 °C) to 50 °F (+10 °C).

 Origin:Echeveria nodulosa (Painted Echeveria)  native to Mexico.

Propagation: Propagate painted Echeveria from stem cuttings or leaf cuttings. If using stem cuttings, remove them by hand and let them heal over for a few days.Once the cut dries, plant the cuttings in cactus soil and place it in a warm spot away from harsh sunlight. Water until plants take root.

 If starting from leaf cuttings, remove the leaves from the plant during summer and let them dry.Plant the dried leaf in moist soil until one third buried. Select a arm location to place the pot while rooting. Water when the potting soil begins to dry.Leaves should establish roots in 4-6 weeks.

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