Pachyphytum oviferum

Pachyphytum oviferum Care

Pachyphytum oviferum

Other names: Sugaralmond Plant

What is the plant

Pachyphytum oviferum is an absolutely fantastic alien plant that looks like moonstones. It's a popular drought-tolerant succulent houseplant that is effortless for newbies.

Pachyphytum oviferum, also known as the sugar almond plant or moonstone, comes from Mexico. Fat, rounded, egglike leaves help this plant withstand the scorching sun. Reaching 4 inches (10 cm) tall and 12 (30 cm) wide, Pachyphytum oviferum stands out with its unusual unearthly look. Mature specimen flower from February to April after dormancy.

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Humidity

Dry

Lighting

Part Sun

Temperature

18°C - 20°C

Hardiness zone

9b - 11b

Difficulty

Easy

Hibernation

Cold Period

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Pachyphytum oviferum is a drought-tolerant succulent. You need to soak the soil thoroughly only when it's parched. Usually, you need to water the plant once per 1-2 weeks.
Pruning
You don't have to prune Pachyphytum, but you can prune long shoots to promote bushier growth and rejuvenation once every few years.
Fertilizer
Pachyphytum oviferum is a slow grower. You must dilute a balanced fertilizer to half-strength and add 2-3 times throughout the growing period. Avoid fertilizing if there isn't much sunlight or the soil is rich in organic matter.

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Sunlight
Moonstone plant requires bright sunlight to thrive. A lack of sunlight may result in a leggy and weak look. Provide full sun if you grow it indoors, and in case you want to grow it in your garden, provide some shading during the noon hours.
Soil
A rocky succulent potting mix is the best choice. The soil should be well-draining so that it won't stay wet as a sponge.
Propagation
After pruning with sharp scissors, let the cuttings dry for a day and then stick them in dry soil. Keep them in a warm sunny place, and water the cuttings after a week. Dividing pups from a mature bush during repotting and leaf propagation is also common.

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Temperature
The best day temperature is between 64-80˚F (18-25°C). The temperature during the night can drop a bit lower, which is fine for short periods, but it can't withstand any frost.
Container
Shallow clay pots are preferable. Nonetheless, any pot is possible until it has drainage holes to prevent root rot due to overwatering.
Fun fact
Pachyphytum oviferum varies in color from greenish to pinkish and even dove-colored. And it depends not only on the cultivar but on the amount of sunlight, watering, and temperature.