Urbinia echeveria

Urbinia echeveria Echeveria purpusorum

What is the plant

Urbinia Echeveria is a lovely and low-maintenance succulent. It's simple to care for and a beautiful addition to any succulent collection.

Echeveria purpusorum has a lovely rosette shape of fleshy, purple-tinged leaves about 3.5 inches (9 cm) and bright green leaves with a purplish tint, its main identification features. The plant produces clusters of small, bell-shaped flowers on tall stems that rise above the foliage. It belongs to the Crassulaceae family, which includes popular houseplants like Jade Plants and Sedum.

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Humidity

Dry

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

20°C - 30°C

Hardiness zone

9a - 11b

Difficulty

Easy

Hibernation

Cold Period

Water
Water the plant thoroughly, letting the excess water drain away, and then let the soil dry out slightly before watering again. Overwatering can cause root rot, so exercise caution when watering this plant.
Sunlight
The succulent prefers bright, indirect light. It can withstand direct sunlight but requires protection from the hot afternoon sun, which can scorch its leaves. Also, rotate the plant regularly to ensure that all sides receive equal light.
Fertilizer
Urbinia Echeveria is a slow-growing plant that does not require much fertilization, but you can do that during the active growing season, which runs from spring to fall, with a balanced fertilizer, such as a 10-10-10 formula. Make sure to dilute the fertilizer to half the recommended strength and apply it once or twice a month.

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Soil
The plant requires soil that drains well. Cactus or succulent potting soil is ideal, and you can enhance drainage by mixing in some perlite or coarse sand.
Pruning
You can prune this Echeveria in the spring or fall to promote new growth or remove damaged leaves. Cut off the desired foliage with clean, sharp scissors or a knife, not harming the surrounding leaves.
Propagation
To propagate from a leaf cutting, twist a healthy leaf off the stem and let it be callous for a few days before planting it in well-draining soil. To propagate from a stem cutting, remove a few leaves from a healthy stem and allow it to be callous before planting it in the ground.

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Temperature
Echeveria purpusorum is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of temperatures but prefers temperatures between 60-80°F (16-27°C). You should protect it from extreme cold or heat due to its sensitivity to temperature changes.
Container
The succulent can be grown in various pots as long as they have good drainage. A terracotta pot is a good choice because it allows excess moisture to evaporate and can help prevent the plant from becoming overwatered.
Popularity
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