Ghost Echeveria

Ghost Echeveria Care

Echeveria lilacina

What is the plant

Ghost Echeveria is a beautiful and unique succulent that can add a special touch to any home or garden.

Echeveria lilacina, native to Mexico, is a stunning succulent with a distinctive rosette-like shape and a pale purple-gray hue. The plant leaves are dusted with a fine white powder, giving the plant a ghostly appearance; it's distinguished by its violet-gray hue and rosette-like form, the succulent's main identification features.

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Humidity

Dry

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

17°C - 20°C

Hardiness zone

9b - 12

Difficulty

Easy

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Water the plant deeply and infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Even less water should be applied during winter because overwatering can cause root rot and other health problems.
Pruning
Echeveria lilacina does not require pruning, but you can use scissors or pruning shears if you want to shape the plant. To prevent the spread of disease, always sterilize your tools before and after use.
Fertilizer
Fertilize the succulent once per month during the growing season (spring and summer). Utilize a balanced fertilizer with high potassium and low nitrogen and phosphorus content.

Disease diagnosis

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Sunlight
Indirect, bright light is ideal for this plant. The leaves will turn brown and dry out if exposed to too much sun, but it can handle some direct sunlight.
Soil
The Echeveria genus requires well-draining, light, and airy soil. Cactus and succulent soil mixes are optimal, but you can also make your own by combining two potting soil, two sand, and one perlite or pumice.
Propagation
You can propagate it by cuttings of stems or leaves. Stem cuttings are taken by slicing off a branch section with a sharp knife and waiting for it to dry out for a few days before planting it. As for the leaves, remove a single leaf from the plant, let it air dry for a few days, and then replant it.

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Temperature
Ghost Echeveria prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C). It can tolerate temperatures as low as 40°F (4°C), but prolonged exposure to cold temperatures can damage the plant.
Container
Choose a container with drainage holes to prevent the soil from becoming overly saturated. The material doesn't matter, and the diameter should be around 10% bigger than the plant.
Fun fact
Interestingly, Ghost Echeverias can change color based on the amount of sunlight they receive. The leaves may appear grayer in dim light, whereas they may take on a more purple hue in brighter light.